One-Skillet Stuffed Cabbage Casserole
Savor the flavors of a classic stuffed cabbage roll with this easy, one-pan casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features tender cabbage, savory ground meat, and rich tomato sauce, all coming together in a delicious, hearty meal. It’s nutritious, customizable, and an excellent make-ahead option that can be reheated for effortless dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage (about 2–3 lbs), chopped
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 28 oz can of tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup water or broth
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground meat. Cook until browned.
- Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, spices, and water or broth. Mix well.
- Fold in chopped cabbage until coated with sauce; cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Once the rice is cooked through and the cabbage is tender, remove from heat and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg