Chicken Cabbage Bake
A simple and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken thighs baked with shredded cabbage, carrots, and aromatic spices.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into small pieces
- 3 tbs olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbs tomato paste
- 1 medium green cabbage sliced thin
- 2 medium carrots coarsely grated
- 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
Seasoning
- salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika for seasoning chicken
- 2 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cut chicken thighs into small pieces. Season generously with salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6 minutes, or until browned on both sides. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add the tomato paste and stir to combine.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and stir for a minute or two until coated and slightly wilted. Mix in the grated carrots. Pour in the chicken broth and add the paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This is a versatile dish. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. Adjust spices to your preference.