Description
This Hearty Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet is a filling, nutritious one-pan meal that combines savory ground beef, tender cabbage, and diced tomatoes. It’s a perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, offering a balance of flavor and ease. Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion:
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. - Brown the Ground Beef:
Add ground beef to the skillet with the onions. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned and no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes. - Season the Mixture:
Stir in garlic powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine flavors. - Add Cabbage and Tomatoes:
Incorporate the chopped cabbage into the skillet. Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients. - Simmer:
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer until the cabbage is tender, about 25 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. - Adjust Seasoning and Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, optionally over rice or with crusty bread.
Notes
- This dish can be served over rice or alongside a slice of hearty bread for a more filling meal.
- For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or add a bit of hot sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg