Cabbage Jambalaya

Cabbage Jambalaya

A Hearty, Flavor-Packed Southern Favorite

Cabbage jambalaya is a beloved down-home dish that blends the bold spices of Cajun cooking with tender cabbage, smoky sausage, and savory aromatics. It’s lighter than traditional rice jambalaya, incredibly filling, and perfect when you want big flavor without a long ingredient list.

Below are three delicious cabbage jambalaya recipes, from classic sausage to chicken and shrimp variations.

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Why Make Cabbage Jambalaya?

• Budget-friendly and filling

• One-pot comfort food

• Lower-carb alternative to rice jambalaya

• Great way to use fresh cabbage

• Even better as leftovers

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1. Classic Cajun Cabbage Jambalaya (No Rice)

Ingredients

• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced

• 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped

• 1 large onion, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown sausage; remove.

2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened.

3. Add garlic and spices; stir until fragrant.

4. Add cabbage, broth, and sausage.

5. Cover and simmer 25–30 minutes until cabbage is tender.

6. Stir gently and serve hot.

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2. Chicken & Sausage Cabbage Jambalaya

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken thighs, diced

• 12 oz smoked sausage

• 1 head cabbage, chopped

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 2 celery stalks

• 3 cloves garlic

• 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

1. Brown sausage and chicken in pot; remove.

2. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery.

3. Add garlic and seasonings.

4. Add cabbage, broth, sausage, and chicken.

5. Cover and simmer 30 minutes until tender.

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3. Shrimp Cabbage Jambalaya

Ingredients

• 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 10 oz smoked sausage

• 1 head cabbage, chopped

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ cup chicken or seafood broth

• 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

1. Brown sausage and vegetables in pot.

2. Add cabbage and broth; simmer 20 minutes.

3. Add shrimp during last 5–7 minutes.

4. Cook until shrimp are pink; serve hot.

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Tips for the Best Cabbage Jambalaya

• Chop cabbage into bite-size pieces

• Add shrimp at the end to avoid overcooking

• Brown sausage well for smoky flavor

• Adjust spice level with Cajun seasoning

• Let dish rest 5 minutes before serving

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Cajun-Style Flavor Boosters

• Hot sauce or red pepper flakes

• Smoked sausage or andouille

• Garlic powder or onion powder

• A splash of Worcestershire sauce

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Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerator: Up to 4 days

• Freezer: Up to 2 months

• Reheat: Stovetop or microwave with splash of broth

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Final Thoughts

Cabbage jambalaya recipes bring Southern comfort to the table with bold flavor, simple ingredients, and satisfying results. Whether you choose sausage-only, chicken-packed, or shrimp-finished versions, this dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

OTHER RECIPES

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 stalks celery
• 1 clove chopped garlic
• 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 14 1/2 fluid ounces water
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• garlic salt to taste

Directions

In a large stock pot over medium high heat, combine ground beef, smoked sausage, onion, celery and garlic. 

Cook until beef is evenly brown. 

Stir in cabbage, tomatoes, water and rice. 

Season with garlic salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. 

Cover and cook for 35 to 40 minutes, or until rice is done.

Cool. Enjoy the Cabbage Jambalaya !!!

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