Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Brats

Embrace the comforting, savory flavors of this Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Brats recipe—an effortless one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Juicy bratwurst sausages simmer to perfection alongside tender, flavor-infused green cabbage, tangy apple cider vinegar, and aromatics like garlic and onion, all bathed in a rich chicken broth. The optional addition of smoked paprika or caraway seeds elevates this hearty dish, adding layers of warmth and depth. With minimal prep and the convenience of a slow cooker, this low-carb, gluten-free meal requires just 20 minutes of prep time before allowing the magic to happen while you go about your day. Serve it piping hot with a dollop of mustard or a crusty loaf of bread, and enjoy a satisfying, homecooked meal with ease. Perfect for lovers of comforting, no-fuss slow-cooker recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bratwurst sausages
• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Caraway seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the cabbage into wedges or thick shreds, depending on your preference.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and brown the bratwurst sausages for 2-3 minutes on each side. This step is optional but enhances the flavor.

Step 4

Place the cabbage, onions, and garlic into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly across the bottom.

Step 5

Layer the browned bratwurst sausages on top of the vegetables.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and caraway seeds (if using).

Step 7

Pour the liquid mixture evenly over the ingredients in the slow cooker.

Step 8

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the cabbage is tender and the brats are fully cooked.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or vinegar, if desired, before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot, optionally with mustard or a side of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1399.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2094.0

Total Fat 176.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 449.8mg	0%
Sodium 7723.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 84.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 296.9mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2403.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.4%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 9.7%