Smoked Chicken Sausage with Apples Cabbage

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this rustic and flavor-packed Smoked Chicken Sausage with Apples and Cabbage. This easy, one-pan dish combines smoky, savory chicken sausage with tender green cabbage, sweet Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, and a tangy blend of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard. Infused with hearty spices and optional caraway seeds for a touch of warmth, the dish is simmered to perfection in a light chicken broth for a comforting, family-friendly meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors, making it ideal for fall or winter evenings. Garnish with fresh parsley and pair with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying main dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links smoked chicken sausages
• 1 head green cabbage
• 2 medium apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked chicken sausages into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

Thinly slice the cabbage into shreds, core and slice the apples into thin wedges, and dice the onion.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sausage slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausages and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 6

Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to wilt.

Step 7

Stir in the apple slices, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and caraway seeds (if using). Mix well to combine.

Step 8

Return the browned sausage pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the cabbage and apple mixture.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let everything simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a hearty main dish or alongside crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1331.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1195.9

Total Fat 71.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 5341.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.8g
Protein 56.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 294.5mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 2086.6mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 28.4%