cabbage and chicken...yes chicken!
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so there's a little back story to this! My family and I try not to go into Walmart unless it's a necessity! Because of this we do a lot of delivery orders! 🙌🏻 apparently our shopper didn't know the difference between iceburg lettuce and a head of cabbage...
after being diagnosed with high cholesterol and receiving this cabbage...instead of my lettuce, I figured I better start finding some recipes!!
did you know 90% of recipes with cabbage and meat is sausage?? which means a no go! so I had to get creative!
so I took a stick of butter, cut up my cabbage and stared inside my fridge. all of this was random mind you, I have never cooked cabbage before this!!! so this is what I added!
1 red bell pepper
1 purple onion
salt
pepper
garlic powder
onion powder
peprika
and the head of lettuce with butter.
I put that in my cast iron Dutch oven and threw it the oven on 350 and started my chicken. all I had was one breast so, I sliced it and put it in my enameled skillet and cooked with the same seasonings but instead of butter I used olive oil.
once the chicken was done I through it in the food processor and then added to my Dutch oven. then I added about a cup of chicken broth to give everything some good flavor!
now none of this was planned or measured!!! but it turned out to be one of the best meals I've had in a long time! tasted like chicken fajitas!! next time I will add one or two more bell peppers! let me know what you think!
If you are like me, sometimes grocery delivery mix-ups can lead to unexpected cooking adventures. Getting cabbage instead of lettuce was the perfect nudge to explore new recipes, especially when watching cholesterol. Cabbage is a versatile, nutritious vegetable rich in fiber and antioxidants, making it a heart-healthy choice. When I first started cooking with cabbage, I was surprised at how well it pairs with chicken. Seasoning makes all the difference—using paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder brought out a fantastic flavor reminiscent of chicken fajitas. Adding bell peppers not only enhanced the taste but also boosted the nutritional value with vitamin C. Using a cast iron Dutch oven helped cook the cabbage evenly, locking in moisture and warmth, while sautéing chicken with olive oil kept it tender and juicy. The addition of chicken broth in the end gave the dish a lovely depth and helped meld all the flavors together. If you're dealing with dietary restrictions such as high cholesterol, consider this meal a great low-carb, low-fat alternative to traditional recipes often centered around sausage or higher-fat meats. This recipe can be customized easily—try adding more colorful vegetables like zucchini or carrots, or experiment with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for added freshness. Overall, cooking without a strict recipe allowed me to get creative and enjoy a home-cooked meal that’s both healthy and satisfying. Give it a try when you find yourself with unexpected ingredients, and you might discover a new favorite dish!