These cabbage rolls are soft, savory, and packed with juicy chicken, wrapped in tender cabbage and smothered in a rich creamy mushroom sauce 😍🔥

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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Rolls

  • 1 large green cabbage
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Mushroom Cream Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra sautéed mushrooms

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cabbage

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Carefully remove core from cabbage and boil whole cabbage for 5–7 minutes.
  3. Peel off softened leaves and set aside to cool.
  4. Trim thick veins for easier rolling.

2. Make the Filling

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until well combined.

3. Assemble the Rolls

  1. Place a spoonful of filling onto each cabbage leaf.
  2. Fold sides in and roll tightly.
  3. Repeat until all filling is used.

4. Cook the Rolls

  1. Place cabbage rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
  2. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes.

5. Make the Mushroom Cream Sauce

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until golden and soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add chicken broth and thyme, simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Finish & Serve

  1. Pour mushroom cream sauce over baked cabbage rolls.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra mushrooms.
  3. Serve warm.

Tips

  • Freeze cabbage first to make leaf separation easier.
  • Don’t overfill rolls to prevent tearing.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
  • For extra richness, top with more Parmesan before serving.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 5 minutes

Servings

4–6 servings

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 420–520 kcal
  • Protein: 30–35 g
  • Fat: 25–32 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18–25 g
  • Fiber: 3–5 g

Conclusion

Creamy Mushroom Chicken Cabbage Rolls are comforting, hearty, and full of flavor. The tender cabbage wraps around a juicy chicken filling, all finished in a luxurious mushroom cream sauce that makes every bite rich and satisfying.

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