Kielbasa Cabbage and Onions Low Carb Slow Cooker Crock Pot
Savor the comforting flavors of this Kielbasa Cabbage and Onions Low Carb Slow Cooker Crock Pot recipe, a hearty and wholesome meal that's perfect for your low-carb lifestyle. Featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender green cabbage, and sweet caramelized onions, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection with a flavorful blend of garlic, paprika, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. With just 15 minutes of prep and the convenience of a crock pot, it's an effortless way to enjoy a fuss-free, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Perfect as a standalone entrée or a versatile side dish, this recipe combines the richness of butter with the freshness of wholesome ingredients, making it a must-try for busy weeknights or meal prep enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup unsalted chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Set aside.
Remove the outer leaves and core from the cabbage, then slice it into thin wedges or strips.
Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Transfer the kielbasa to the slow cooker.
In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onions for 3-4 minutes or until softened and slightly caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.
Add the cabbage to the slow cooker, layering it over the kielbasa and onions.
Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, paprika, and optional red pepper flakes evenly over the ingredients.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until the cabbage is tender and infused with flavor.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed before serving.
Serve warm as a satisfying low-carb main dish or side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.4 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.5 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 5820 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1869 mg | 40% | |
*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.
