Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinners with the ultimate comfort food: Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole. This hearty, deconstructed take on traditional cabbage rolls brings all the classic flavors with a fraction of the effort. Featuring tender layers of seasoned ground beef (or pork), soft cabbage, and perfectly cooked rice, this dish simmers in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, paprika, and oregano. The slow cooker does all the work, melding the ingredients into a flavorful casserole that’s both filling and wholesome. Perfect for busy days, this one-pot wonder requires minimal prep and delivers a satisfying meal that serves up to six. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness and enjoy a cozy, home-cooked dinner without the hassle. Ideal for family meals, meal prep, or whenever you're craving savory, slow-cooked comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (or ground pork)
• 1 medium White onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 head Cabbage, chopped
• 1 cup White or brown rice, uncooked
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker.

Step 2

Using the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant. Add them to the slow cooker.

Step 3

Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and add it to the slow cooker as a layer over the beef and onions.

Step 4

Rinse the uncooked rice under cold water and sprinkle it evenly over the cabbage in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Pour the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth over the layers in the slow cooker.

Step 6

Sprinkle the paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly over the top.

Step 7

Gently stir the mixture in the slow cooker to evenly combine the ingredients, ensuring the rice is submerged in the liquid.

Step 8

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the rice is tender and the cabbage is fully cooked.

Step 9

Once cooking is complete, give the casserole a gentle stir to incorporate all the layers. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2200.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2130.7

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 281.0mg	0%
Sodium 4181.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 99.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.4mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 3157.9mg	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: 38.2%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 43.2%