Skillet Sausage and Cabbage
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Skillet Sausage and Cabbage recipe—a one-pan wonder that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Featuring smoky sausage or kielbasa, tender cabbage, sweet carrots, and aromatic garlic and onions, this dish is infused with savory spices like paprika and thyme for a comforting, hearty meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb and budget-friendly recipe is perfect for busy nights when you need something quick yet delicious. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with crusty bread or a side of roasted potatoes for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a final pop of color and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz smoked sausage or kielbasa
- 1 medium head green cabbage
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the smoked sausage or kielbasa into 1/2-inch rounds.
Core and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 2 inches wide.
Peel and thinly slice the onion.
Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds or small matchsticks.
Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and the sliced onions. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the sliced carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cabbage to the skillet, stirring to combine with the other vegetables. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to wilt.
Sprinkle the paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly over the cabbage and vegetables. Stir well to coat.
Return the browned sausage to the skillet and mix it with the vegetables. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
Remove the skillet from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.0 g | 215% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 4136 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1955 mg | 42% | |
*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.
