Creamy Cabbage Alfredo Skillet (Low Carb Comfort Food)
Make a rich, satisfying Alfredo dish using shredded cabbage instead of pasta. This easy skillet meal delivers classic cheesy flavor while keeping it low carb and quick for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens slightly but still has some bite.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and coats the cabbage.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Serve immediately as a hearty vegetable dinner.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, use half-and-half instead of chicken broth.
- If you prefer softer cabbage, cover the skillet for 5 minutes after adding the liquid and simmer before adding the cheese.
- This recipe works well as a pasta free creamy sauce base for grilled chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 90