Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the corn in a single layer.
Cook for 6 to 8 minutes without stirring too often, until the kernels pop and turn spotted brown in places.
Remove from heat and let the corn cool for 5 minutes.
Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija, pepper jack, jalapeno, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder and garlic powder in a large bowl.
Fold in the charred corn while it is still slightly warm.
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with extra cotija, cilantro and a lime wedge.
Serve with tortilla chips.
Good to Know
Frozen corn works year round and chars just as well as fresh, straight from frozen with no thawing needed.