High Protein Dirty Cabbage Skillet
- 40 min
- Serves 4
- 13 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 25 to cook. A hearty, smoky skillet packed with seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and colorful peppers. This high‑protein, low‑carb dish delivers plenty of flavor while keeping calories in check, making it perfect for a satisfying dinner that supports fat‑loss goals.
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Method
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium‑high heat, adding half of the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; cook until fully browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, cooking for about 1 minute to develop flavor.
Add the chopped cabbage, chicken bone broth, and the remaining smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cover the skillet and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Uncover the skillet, add the diced green and red bell peppers, and continue cooking for another 5–7 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and drizzle each serving with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
Tips while you cook
- Brown beef completely first
- Ensure the ground beef is fully browned before adding any vegetables.
- Cover while simmering cabbage
- Cover the skillet during the 12–15 minute simmer.
- Add bell peppers after uncovering
- Stir in the diced green and red bell peppers after uncovering for a 5–7 minute finish.
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