This Southern Cabbage Casserole is a classic comfort food with tender cabbage, sweet Vidalia onions, creamy chicken soup, and a crunchy, cheesy Ritz cracker topping. A deliciously hearty side dish or even a main course!
Casserole:
Topping:
Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish and set aside.
Cook the Cabbage and Onion:
Wash and roughly chop the cabbage. Melt the butter in a large nonstick pan. Add the cabbage and chopped onions, cooking for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until partially cooked down. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the Casserole:
Transfer the cabbage and onion mixture to the prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, stir together the condensed cream of chicken soup and mayonnaise. Spread this mixture over the cabbage.
Prepare the Topping:
In a separate bowl, stir together the melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed Ritz crackers. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the casserole.
Bake:
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy:
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this hearty Southern dish!