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Best Ground Beef & Cabbage Skillet Recipe (Easy, Step-by-Step)

Make Ground Beef & Cabbage Skillet with pantry staples, clear cues, and flexible swaps.
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef 85/15 lean recommended
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small head green cabbage chopped (about 6 cups)
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional, for heat
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese optional, for topping
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Stir in diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  • Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender and flavors are well combined.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Optional: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet, cover for 2 minutes to melt.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.