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Now let me tell you, when you’re talking about a good ol’ home-style meal, nothing beats chicken and cabbage rolls. These rolls are perfect for when you want to cook up something that’ll fill everyone’s belly, without too much fuss. So let’s get right to it, no fancy talk, just good, simple food.
Ingredients You Need:
- 1 big ol’ cabbage, pick a firm one, not those loose, wilty things.
- 2 cups of shredded chicken (leftovers work just fine, don’t need to be fancy).
- 1 onion, chopped up nice and small.
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced.
- 1 cup of cooked rice, any kind you’ve got handy.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
- 1 can of tomato sauce (about 15 oz, or whatever’s on hand).
- Some oil for frying, just a bit.
How to Make These Tasty Rolls:
Alright, here’s how it goes. First, take that cabbage and put it in a big pot of water. Boil it for about 10 minutes or so until the leaves start getting soft. Don’t want no tough cabbage, trust me. Then pull it out and let it cool a bit so you don’t burn your fingers.
While the cabbage is cooling, heat up a bit of oil in a pan and toss in the onion and garlic. Cook ‘em up until they’re soft and smellin’ nice. Add in the shredded chicken and cooked rice, give it a good stir. Sprinkle some salt and pepper, don’t be shy with the seasoning – this ain’t no bland dish!
Now take those cabbage leaves, one at a time, and spoon a bit of the chicken and rice mix into each leaf. Roll ‘em up snug, but don’t pack ‘em too tight or they might tear. Place each roll seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour that tomato sauce all over the top. You want them good and covered so they stay moist while baking.
Cover the dish with some foil and pop it in the oven at about 350°F (that’s around 175°C). Let it bake for a good 30 to 40 minutes. If you’re like me and love a little extra flavor, uncover the dish for the last 10 minutes so the tops get a bit crispy.
Serving Suggestions:
These chicken and cabbage rolls go great with some simple mashed potatoes or a hunk of crusty bread. If you’ve got some sour cream handy, spoon a little on top – makes it even tastier.
Tips and Tricks:
- If your cabbage is still tough, boil it a bit longer. No one likes chewy leaves!
- Leftover roasted chicken from Sunday lunch? Perfect, use that instead of cooking up fresh chicken.
- You can swap the tomato sauce for a creamy mushroom sauce if you’re feeling fancy. But remember, this is a simple dish, so don’t overthink it.
There you have it, a hearty meal that’s sure to make everyone happy. It’s not complicated, doesn’t need a lot of special ingredients, just what you’ve got in the kitchen and a bit of time. So go on now, make these rolls and fill your kitchen with that homely, warm smell.
Enjoy it, and don’t be surprised if folks ask for seconds!
Tags：[chicken recipes, cabbage rolls, easy dinner, home cooking, family meal]
