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Cheesy Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

This Cheesy Ground Beef & Cabbage Skillet is a cozy, one-pan dinner loaded with tender cabbage, seasoned ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and melty cheddar. It’s budget-friendly, low-carb, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small onions diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 green bell pepper or red/yellow
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 large head of cabbage chopped
  • 1 –2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack

Method
 

  1. Prepare veggies: dice onions and bell pepper, mince garlic, chop cabbage into bite-size pieces.
  2. In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high.
  3. Add onions and garlic. Stir in bell pepper and cook until softened. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add more oil and ground beef to the skillet. Brown and break into small pieces.
  5. Add the cooked veggies, seasonings, and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
  6. Add cabbage, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cheesy-ground-beef-and-cabbage-skillet/

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack for a spicy kick.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.