Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet
A hearty one-skillet meal made with ground beef, cabbage, onions, tomatoes, broth, cheddar, and seasonings—easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and satisfying for the whole family.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon seasoning blend equal parts garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 3 cups green cabbage chopped
- 10 ounces beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt to taste
- Cooking oil as needed
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and vegetables:In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, add a small amount of oil if desired. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, and green bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are softened.
- Incorporate the garlic and drain excess fat: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 30 seconds, until fragrant. Drain any excess grease from the skillet to prevent the dish from becoming overly oily.
- Season the mixture: Add the Worcestershire sauce, seasoning blend, and salt to taste. Stir well to ensure the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Add the broth and cabbage: Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes with green chilis, then stir to combine. Add the chopped cabbage on top, pressing it gently into the liquid. Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to medium, and allow the mixture to simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
- Finish with cheese and serve: Remove the lid, stir the contents gently, and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Allow the cheese to melt for 1–2 minutes. Serve hot.
Notes
To prepare this dish gluten-free, ensure that the Worcestershire sauce and beef broth are certified gluten-free, as both can contain wheat-derived ingredients. You may also wish to confirm that any seasoning blends used do not contain hidden gluten-based fillers or additives.