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Cabbage & Sausage One-Pan Dinner

Cabbage & Sausage One-Pan Dinner is the kind of cozy, no-fuss meal that saves busy evenings. Savory sausage and tender cabbage cook together in one skillet, creating a hearty, budget-friendly dinner with big flavor and barely any cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground sausage or kielbasa kielbasa sliced if using
  • 1 small head green cabbage chopped
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth for steaming

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Chop the cabbage into bite size pieces, slice the onion thin, and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart if using ground sausage.
  4. Stir in the sliced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the chopped cabbage, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
  8. Remove the lid and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.

Notes

You can substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option or add bell peppers and red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.