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A dish of Cabbage & Potatoes with Bacon garnished with parsley on a white platter.

Cabbage and Potatoes with Bacon

Chef Jenn
Cabbage and Potatoes with Bacon is a simple, hearty dish packed with smoky bacon, tender cabbage, and flavorful potatoes. This comforting skillet meal is easy to prepare and makes a perfect side dish or light main course. Great for weeknight dinners or a St. Patrick’s Day feast!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Irish-Inspired
Servings 6 servings
Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups green cabbage
  • 1 pound yellow potatoes
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth low or no sodium-added
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • parsley chopped, optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, keeping the bacon fat in the pan.
  • Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for about 6 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped cabbage, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes until it starts to soften.
  • Mix in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  • Cover partially and let simmer over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender. Most of the liquid should evaporate, creating a concentrated sauce.
  • Stir in the apple cider vinegar and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Sprinkle the crispy bacon on top and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same time.
  • If there’s too much bacon fat, drain some but leave enough to coat the veggies for extra flavor.
  • Waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold give a creamier texture, while Russets make it fluffier.
  • Apple cider vinegar adds acidity that balances the richness of the bacon and broth.
  • Want a little heat? Add red pepper flakes while cooking the onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 149kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 523mgPotassium: 490mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 138IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword bacon, cabbage and potatoes, Cabbage and Potatoes with Bacon, skillet cabbage
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