Description
Old-Fashioned Southern Cabbage Casserole is a comforting, creamy side dish featuring tender boiled cabbage mixed with a savory blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cheese, topped with a buttery cracker crust and baked until golden and bubbly. This classic Southern recipe delivers warmth and flavor perfect for any family meal or holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
Soup and Dairy
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings and Toppings
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sleeve buttery round crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Prep and Boil Cabbage: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped cabbage and cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Mix Casserole Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the chopped onion and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Add the cooked cabbage and mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the cabbage mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to create a smooth layer.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed buttery round crackers with the melted butter until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cabbage layer. Then, top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set slightly.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup instead of cream of chicken.
- Add cooked bacon or sausage to the mixture for a heartier, meatier version.
- Ensure cabbage is drained well to prevent a watery casserole.
- Use gluten-free crackers to make the recipe gluten free if needed.
