Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob

This Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob is so quick and easy! You'll never make it any other way again!

Stack of ninja foodie corn on the cob with butter on top.

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Corn on the cob can be prepared in so many different ways, like boiling, grilling, baking, steaming and air frying. But by far, one of the easiest ways to prepare it is to pressure cook it in the Ninja Foodi.

Plus, the best part is you don't need anything but butter, salt and pepper to prepare it!

This Ninja Foodi Corn is full of flavor and goes great with meat, seafood and other vegetables. You can serve it with baked potatoes, asparagus, pork chops, grilled chicken, or pasta salad.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
Substitutions & Variations
How to Make Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob
Helpful Tips
Recipe FAQs
Storage & Freezing Instructions
More Ninja Foodi Recipes You'll Love
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Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Speedy Cooking Time: The Ninja Foodi dramatically reduces cooking time. While traditional boiling might take 10-15 minutes, pressure cooking corn on the cob can be done in just 2-3 minutes once the pot comes to pressure!
Perfectly Cooked: Pressure cooking the corn locks in moisture, resulting in incredibly tender, juicy kernels that are bursting with flavor. The corn will be perfectly cooked through without being mushy.
Minimal Cleanup: Since you cook it all in the pressure cooker, there’s less mess to clean up afterward. Just remove the corn and serve!

Ingredients

Gather the ingredients below to make this Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob!

Corn: We love using fresh summer sweet corn for this recipe! You'll need to remove the husks and silks before cooking so feel free to grab the pre-husked kind from the grocery store for easy prep!
Water: You'll need 1 cup of water to add the the Ninja Foodi to ensure the corn doesn't burn.
Butter (optional): Once your corn is cooked, add butter to taste! If you ask me, you can never have too much butter for this delicious sweet corn!
Salt and Pepper (optional): Keep it simple with salt and pepper to taste. Or get creative and add your favorite seasoning blend. See a few suggestions below!

See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Substitutions & Variations

Butter is probably the most popular and most common topping for the corn on the cob - and for good reason - it's delicious. However, there are definitely other toppings you could try, like:

Honey
Seasoned salt
Roasted garlic
Herbs de Provence
Chili powder
Old Bay seasoning

How to Make Ninja Foodi Corn on the Cob

Once you've gathered all your ingredients, follow the steps below for this delicious corn on the cob!

Step 1: Add a cup of water to the Ninja Foodi cooking pot. Place the lower cooking rack at the very bottom of the pot. Place two ears of corn on the rack in one direction and a second layer of ears going in a separate direction from the first layer.

Brushing butter on ninja foodie corn on the cob.

Step 2: Pressure cook the corn on high for two minutes, then perform a quick release. Once all the pressure releases itself, you can take the lid off and remove the corn. Top it with your favorites, such as butter and salt.

Helpful Tips

Bright Green Husks: Look for bright green, slightly moist, tightly-wrapped husks. Avoid any husks that are starting to yellow, brown or look dry.
Firm Cobs: With the husk still intact, run your hand up and down the ear of corn. The ear as well as the individual kernels should feel plump and firm to the touch.
Brown Tassel: The tassel of the corn should be light brown and slightly sticky to the touch. It should also have a sweet scent to it with no black coloring (which can indicate signs of decay).
Corn Preparation: Ensure that the corn ears are husked and trimmed before placing them in the Ninja Foodi. Removing the husk and silk allows for even cooking and prevents burning. You can also cut the corn ears in half or into smaller pieces to fit them better in the basket, especially if they are too long.

Upclose photo of cooked ninja foodie corn on the cob.

Recipe FAQs

When is the best time to buy corn on the cob?

Summer is the best time to purchase corn on the cob. I love to visit our local farmer's market or roadside farm stands to get the freshest, sweetest cobs.

What if my ears of corn don't fit in my Ninja Foodi?

If your ears of corn don't fit in your Ninja Foodi, cut the ears of corn in half or into smaller pieces so they will fit. You may need to cook the corn in several batches if you are cooking more than four cobs at a time.

Do I need to remove the husks before cooking corn in the Ninja Foodi?

Yes, make sure to remove the husk and silk. Removing the husk and silk allows for even cooking and prevents burning. If you want to cook your corn with the husks still on, try this this easy way to make corn on the cob.

Storage & Freezing Instructions

Storage Instructions

Store your leftover corn in the fridge in a storage bag or wrap it in plastic wrap or foil. If you'd like to remove the kernels from the cobs before placing the fridge, you could do that as well.

When reheating the corn, simply microwave the cobs for 30-60 seconds or add it to the air fryer and reheat it for about two minutes or until warm.

Freezing Instructions

You can freeze corn on the cob after cooking it, but for the freshest texture, you might prefer freezing uncooked, blanched corn instead and cooking just before serving. However, if convenience is key, freezing after air frying works well for quick reheating.

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