Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe

**Servings:** 1

**Time:**

- **Total Time:** 15 minutes

- **Preparation Time:** 5 minutes

- **Overnight Preparation Required:** Not applicable 

- **Cooking Time:** 10 minutes

**Tools:**

- Air fryer

- Brush for applying butter

- Knife

- Tongs

**Ingredients:**

- **Corn on the Cob:** 1-2 ears, husked and broken into equal pieces if necessary to fit in your air fryer basket 

- **Butter:** 1 tablespoon, melted

- **Salt:** 1/2 teaspoon

- **Black Pepper:** 1/4 teaspoon

- **Garlic Powder:** 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

- **Paprika:** 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

- **Fresh Parsley:** 1 teaspoon, chopped (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. **Preparation:**

   - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

   - Husk the corn and remove any silk.

   - Break the corn into two equal pieces to fit into the air fryer basket.

2. **Seasoning:**

   - Brush the corn pieces with melted butter, ensuring they are evenly coated.

   - Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika evenly over the corn.

3. **Cooking:**

   - Place the seasoned corn pieces in the air fryer basket.

   - Cook for 10 minutes, turning the corn pieces halfway through using tongs to ensure even cooking.

4. **Finishing Touches:**

   - Once cooked, remove the corn from the air fryer.

   - Brush with additional melted butter if desired.

   - Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish (optional).

5. **Serving:**

   - Serve hot as a side dish to your favorite meal or enjoy on its own.

**Health Benefits:**

- **Corn:** High in fiber and provides essential vitamins like B vitamins, including folate and vitamin C.

- **Butter:** Adds flavor and a source of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

**Keywords:**

Air fryer, corn on the cob, easy recipe, healthy side dish, quick meal

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