Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet Recipe

This Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet is a quick and easy 20-minute recipe that's bursting with flavor! Crispy bacon, tender cabbage, and a zesty Cajun tomato sauce create a delicious side dish that's perfect alongside grilled shrimp, fish, or even chicken. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 137.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet

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How to Make Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet

  1. Cook 6 slices of bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Thinly slice 1 medium head of green cabbage.
  3. Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease. Sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until slightly softened but still crisp-tender.
  4. Stir in 1 (10 ounce) can of diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained), 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
  5. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors have melded.
  6. Crumble the cooked bacon and stir it into the cabbage mixture.
  7. Serve warm as a delicious side dish with your favorite protein!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

3g

Carbs

9g