Description
Southern Cabbage is one of those timeless, cozy recipes that brings everyone to the table. With buttery-soft cabbage, sautéed onions, and the rich depth of chicken broth, this dish is the ultimate easy dinner side. Whether you’re craving a warm Southern meal or need new food ideas for quick weeknight dinners, this easy recipe fits the bill. It’s budget-friendly, packed with comforting flavor, and makes a great addition to any lineup of dinner ideas or healthy snacks. It’s also one of those versatile breakfast ideas when paired with eggs and toast!
Ingredients
1 medium green cabbage
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, chop it into bite-sized pieces, and rinse well.
2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
6. Add the cabbage to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
7. Stir to combine, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Once the cabbage is tender and flavorful, adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use savoy cabbage if you prefer a softer, more delicate texture.
Add smoked sausage or turkey for extra heartiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: southern cabbage, cabbage recipe, easy recipe, quick dinner, comfort food, vegetable side