BBQ Corn Foil Herb Butter (Print Version)

Grilled corn wrapped in foil with a flavorful herb butter for an effortless summer side.

# What You Need:

→ Corn

01 - 4 ears fresh corn, husked

→ Herb Butter

02 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
10 - Lime wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat at approximately 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, parsley, chives, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
03 - Place each ear of corn on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Spread 1.5 tablespoons of the herb butter evenly over each ear.
04 - Wrap the corn tightly in the foil, sealing the ends well to prevent leaks.
05 - Place the foil-wrapped corn on the grill. Cover and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and lightly charred in spots.
06 - Carefully remove from the grill and let rest for 1 minute. Unwrap and, if desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The foil packet traps steam and keeps the kernels impossibly juicy while the herb butter soaks into every crack.
  • You can prep everything before guests arrive, then just throw it on the grill and forget about it for twenty minutes.
  • Fresh herbs make it taste like you spent hours in the kitchen, but honestly you spent less time than you would shucking regular corn.
02 -
  • Heavy-duty foil is non-negotiable here, not because regular foil tears, but because it holds the heat better and gives you those gorgeous little charred spots on the corn that taste incredible.
  • Don't skip the resting minute after pulling from the grill, because the heat continues cooking the corn slightly and the butter settles into all the right places.
03 -
  • Mark your foil packets with a permanent marker so you remember which butter mix is which if you're making variations for different people.
  • Set your corn on the grill over direct heat rather than off to the side so the foil can pick up char spots that add real flavor.
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