Slow Cooker Potatoes Cabbage and Kielbasa is a one-pot meal full of great flavor!
I’ve been seeing so many recipes with cabbage in them with them because of the low carb craze that is going on. I added potatoes since I am not low carb so if you want to carbo load this recipe is for you!
This recipe turned out far better than I expected. The flavors completely meld together for a perfectly flavored meal. To make this recipe somewhat healthy I found a no nitrate kielbasa. I will be making this recipe again! I think it would be a great recipe for a potluck.
How to make this:
You will need these ingredients:
- Kielbasa sausage
- Russet potatoes
- Cabbage
- White onion
- Salt and pepper
- Dried thyme
- Chicken broth
That’s all you need for this simple meal. I love that it’s mostly fresh ingredients.
How long to cook:
This recipe needs enough time to let the potatoes soften. I cook this recipe for 6 hours on low.
This to me is a complete meal. You have your veggies, potatoes and meat in one pot! Just scoop into serving bowls when you arrive home.
I don’t cook much with cabbage but that is about to change. This meal was heavenly and wouldn’t be the same without the cabbage.
We loved this meal! Such a change from a shredded meat slow cooker recipe. The entire meal is flavored from the kielbasa and the potatoes and cabbage are very tender. I think you’ll love it! Have a great week.
Slow Cooker Potatoes, Cabbage and Kielbasa
Ingredients:
- 12 oz. kielbasa, any kind works!
- 5 small russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 head of cabbage, about 6 cups measured
- 1 white onion sliced
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions:
- Slice and brown the kielbasa in skillet on the stove top. Add to the slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients. Stir.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
- Stir and serve! Enjoy.
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Angie says
Hi I’ve made this before and everyone loved it. I was wondering if I leave out the potatoes how long should I cook it for on low?
Sarah Olson says
I think the same amount of time if you like your cabbage very tender.
Sidney says
I feel like this is a good base recipe to build on. I found with the amount of potatoes it needed more salt, I also added a lot of garlic, half a stick of butter and better than bullion chicken for some added flavor! The house smells bomb, might tip with some pepperoni i peppers and some cheese!
Carol says
Could I use kale instead of cabbage? That’s how my mother made this so very long ago.
Sarah Olson says
I think kale would work great!
Anonymous says
Thank you!
Bettina says
I am looking through all your recipes to help prepare freezer meals for a family with a new baby. Which of your recipes freeze (and reheat) well after cooking?
Sarah Olson says
Here are a few that I can think of!
https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/easy-slow-cooker-teriyaki-beef/
https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/chicken-tortilla-soup/
https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/slow-cooker-hearty-italian-beef-soup/
https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/slow-cooker-split-pea-soup/
Bethany says
I make this every week to every other week! It is so good. I also add carrots!
Ruth Neff says
Kielbasi is already cooked, no need to brown in skillet. Works great just sliced and in crockpot with all other ingredients
Holly says
You are correct that kielbasa is already cooked. If you have the time to brown it and the onions, then use broth to deglaze the pan, it will add more depth of flavor.
Monica says
it’s always disappointing reading positive reviews and ending up with a not so incredible dish. ya win some ya lose some!
Dar says
Can you specifically say what you didn’t like about the recipe? It helps other viewers know why you rated it so low. Thank you.
Autume says
Love love this recipe. Simple recipe, simple ingredients, BIG FLAVOR!!!! My family enjoys it every time I make it. Thank you for sharing.
Marie Miner says
Could I use different potatoes for this? Skin or without
Sarah Olson says
Yes, any potato will work. With or without skin.
Carol A Charvat says
6 hours on low turned it to mush!
Sarah Olson says
Your slow cooker must cook a little hot, try 4-5 hours next time.
Dar says
I have found, with my slow cooker, that 6 hours on low means 3 hours. Most newer slow cookers cook hotter than they used to due to government regulations…..concerns that meat sits too long, at low temps, in your slow cooker which promotes bacteria that can be harmful to consumers.
Reb says
Can you use country style sausage?
Sarah Olson says
Yes, but I would cook it first.
Rakel says
Started making this at lunch time today and it was ready at 6:30pm, me and my partner both loved it, he had seconds, two full bowls and he´s going to heat some up in the morning and put it in a flask to take to work 🙂 Thanks for sharing, Rakel.