Cabbage Kielbasa Skillet
Transform your weeknight meal routine with this quick and hearty Cabbage Kielbasa Skillet! Featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender sautéed cabbage, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this one-pan recipe delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. A fragrant blend of garlic, paprika, and thyme elevates the dish, while a splash of chicken broth ties everything together for a savory glaze. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting skillet meal is perfect for busy evenings and can be served as a satisfying standalone main or paired with crusty bread for extra warmth. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold, savory seasoning, it’s a deliciously simple way to enjoy wholesome, home-cooked food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 ounces kielbasa sausage
- 1 head (medium) green cabbage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup water or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch rounds and set aside.
Quarter and core the green cabbage, then slice it into thin shreds. Peel and slice the onion into thin strips. Peel and slice the carrots thinly into rounds. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
Add the kielbasa slices to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are browned and slightly crisp. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
To the same skillet, add the sliced onion and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften and the onions become translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and toss to combine with the other vegetables. Pour in the water or chicken broth, then sprinkle in the paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Return the browned kielbasa to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the sausage through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the skillet before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Cabbage Kielbasa Skillet as a hearty main dish or alongside crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1103 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 817 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
