Cabbage Casserole
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This cabbage casserole is a classic at family get-togethers and Sunday suppers. It’s cozy, creamy, and topped with buttery crackers, where the cabbage bakes up tender but not mushy, and the topping stays crisp, so you get the perfect soft-and-crunchy combo in every bite. I usually make this hearty cabbage casserole at home anytime I want an easy side that feels a little old-fashioned and nostalgic. It pairs well with just about anything.
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For this simple cabbage casserole recipe, I always cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces so it’s easier to eat and everything cooks up nice and evenly. But the best part is there’s no need to pre-cook the cabbage at all. It bakes right in with the onions, while a creamy, savory sauce melts down into the veggies. Then it’s topped with buttery Ritz crackers for a golden crunch and finished with a melty layer of cheese. It’s the kind of old-fashioned, stick-to-your-ribs, Southern casserole that’s perfect for potlucks, busy weeknights, or holiday dinners.
Helpful Tips & Variations
- Use green cabbage for the best texture. I stick with a small head of green cabbage (about 1½-2 lbs) because it holds up really well as it bakes. No mushy cabbage here, thank you! You can swap in pre-shredded cabbage to save a little time, but I’d still chop it into bite-sized pieces for easy eating, and note that it will end up much softer.
- Use a different soup. I prefer using cream of chicken for this recipe, but cream of mushroom or celery are great swaps and would make the dish vegetarian.
- Cover if it browns too fast. If the cracker topping is getting dark before the cabbage is tender, I loosely tent it with foil for the last 10 minutes before adding the cheese.
- Hand shred cheese for the best melt & flavor. Pre-shredded cheese is coated with anti-caking additives, which can keep it from melting as smoothly. Freshly shredded cheese from a block has a much better melt and just tastes better.
- Make it extra cheesy. Add an extra ½ cup shredded cheese to the creamy sauce mixture. Then finish the casserole with the full cup of cheese sprinkled on top!
- Use a different cheese. Any good melty cheese works in this Southern cabbage casserole, like cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, provolone, pepper jack (if you like a little kick), or a mild Swiss.
Cabbage Casserole
Ingredients
- 1½-2 pound head green cabbage, cored and roughly chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 10.5 oz. can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp coarse salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Add the cabbage and onion to your casserole dish.
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spoon the mixture over the cabbage.
- Combine the Ritz crackers and melted butter in a medium mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cracker mixture over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 35 minutes. (Tent with foil toward the last 10 minutes if you notice it over-browning.)
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top. Bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, and the cabbage is tender.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.
Did you make this? Leave a rating below!How to Make Cabbage Casserole Step by Step
Gather all of your ingredients: Gather your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Assemble the veggies: Add 1 small green cabbage (cored and roughly chopped) and 1 roughly chopped large yellow onion to your prepared casserole dish.
Add the creamy sauce: Mix together a 10.5 oz. can cream of chicken soup, 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl. Spoon the soup mixture over the cabbage and onions. There’s no need to mix it in.
Add the topping and bake: Mix 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers and ¼ cup melted salted butter in a medium mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cracker topping over the cabbage casserole. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. You can tent the dish with foil for the last 10 minutes if you notice it browning too much.
Add cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the casserole and bake for 5-10 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the cabbage is tender.
Serve and enjoy: Serve this hearty cabbage casserole with your favorite protein and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
This easy cabbage casserole is one of those side dishes that goes with just about anything. I usually serve it with something simple but delicious, like fried or baked chicken breast, pulled pork, or a classic meatloaf on a weeknight. It’s also great next to honey glazed ham, especially around the holidays, and it plays really well with simple staples like mashed potatoes or green beans.
How to Store
- Fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. (I don’t recommend freezing, since the cabbage and the cracker topping will become much softer after thawing, and the sauce may separate.)
- Reheat. Warm leftovers in the microwave or warm in the oven at 325°F until heated through. If frozen, I recommend thawing it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Make ahead. To make ahead, assemble the casserole minus the Ritz cracker and shredded cheese topping, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to bake, let it sit out while the oven preheats so it can come closer to room temperature, then add the toppings and bake as directed.
More Easy Cabbage Recipes
- Cabbage Soup
- Fried Cabbage
- Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
- Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
- Kielbasa and Cabbage Skillet
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