Description
This hearty One-Pot Cabbage and Ground Beef Skillet is a savory and comforting dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners. Combining lean ground beef with fresh cabbage, seasoned with paprika and Italian herbs, and simmered in beef broth, this skillet meal is flavorful, nutritious, and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes. A one-pan recipe that brings together wholesome ingredients for a satisfying and warm meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oils
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and chopped (about 8 cups)
Seasonings and Broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to prepare for browning the meat.
- Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease if necessary to reduce fat.
- Sauté the onion: Add the diced yellow onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent, enhancing the dish’s sweetness.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant to release its aromatic flavor.
- Incorporate seasonings and tomato paste: Add tomato paste, paprika, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to develop the spices and deepen the flavor.
- Cook the cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage and stir until it begins to wilt, about 3-4 minutes, allowing it to soften slightly.
- Add beef broth: Pour in the beef broth and mix all the ingredients thoroughly, setting up the base for simmering.
- Simmer the skillet: Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the dish and add extra salt or pepper if needed to suit your preference.
- Serve with garnish: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve the skillet meal warm.
Notes
- For a lower sodium option, reduce the amount of kosher salt or use a low-sodium beef broth.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner alternative.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes with the seasonings.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or steamed rice for a more complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one pot, cabbage, ground beef, skillet, quick dinner, healthy, easy recipe, stovetop, comfort food
