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Weeknight • Pork

Hearty Sausage & Cabbage Skillet

A comforting one-pan meal with savory sausage, tender cabbage, and vibrant bell peppers.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Hearty Sausage & Cabbage Skillet

This Hearty Sausage & Cabbage Skillet is the definition of simple, satisfying comfort food! It's packed with flavor, comes together in one pan (hello, easy cleanup!), and is incredibly versatile. With tender cabbage, sweet bell peppers, and savory sausage, it's a complete meal that feels like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or similar), sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • ½ head green cabbage (about 1.5 lbs), cored and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp caraway seeds (optional, but recommended!)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside, reserving any rendered fat in the pan.

  2. Step 2

    Add chopped cabbage, red bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften and lightly char.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in minced garlic, caraway seeds (if using), and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

  4. Step 4

    Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Stir everything together. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until cabbage is tender to your liking. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in fresh parsley if using, and serve warm. This dish is great on its own or with a side of crusty bread.

Tips

  • For a touch of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic and caraway seeds.
  • If you prefer a softer cabbage, cook it a bit longer. For more crunch, reduce the simmering time.
  • Try adding a chopped apple (like Granny Smith) along with the vegetables for a hint of sweetness and tartness.

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