2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
4 cups fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks and at room temperature
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced pickled jalapeños
2 scallions, green part only, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro