Kielbasa and Cabbage

A cooked skillet dinner made with sliced kielbasa and tender cabbage, with a wooden spoon for serving.

This easy kielbasa and cabbage skillet is a cozy, one-pan dinner made with smoky sausage, tender cabbage and sweet onion. Simple ingredients with minimal effort, and real comfort food for busy nights.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Makes servings

Recipe from: Deanne Frieders | This Farm Girl Cooks

Ingredients

13 ounces kielbasa, sliced into rounds
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 small green cabbage about 1.5–2 pounds, cored and chopped into roughly 2-inch pieces
¼ cup chicken broth water or vegetable broth also work
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
fresh parsley, dill or chives to garnish (optional)

Instructions

Brown the Sausage: Heat 1 Tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced 13 ounces kielbasa, sliced into rounds and cook for 4–5 minutes until nicely browned. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
Sauté the Onion: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 Tablespoon of oil, if needed. Add the 1 medium onion, diced and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the Cabbage: Add the chopped 1 small green cabbage to the skillet. There will be a lot - it will wilt down, don't worry! Pour in ¼ cup chicken broth, then cover with a lid.
Let it steam for 8–10 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the cabbage is softened but not mushy.
Combine and Simmer: Stir the browned kielbasa back into the cabbage mixture. Cover again and simmer on low for another 3–4 minutes.
If the cabbage has released a lot of liquid, remove the lid and cook over high heat for a few minutes so the excess can evaporate.
Finish the Dish: Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar just before serving for a bright, tangy finish.
Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, dill or chives

Farm Girl Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Things you can do in advance:

Wash, core and roughly chop the cabbage
Slice the kielbasa into rounds

Refrigerate until you're ready to cook.

Serve with crusty bread, buttered noodles or boiled potatoes.

Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. To reheat, warm it gently in a skillet or microwave.

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