Easy Brunswick Stew
Warm, hearty, and bursting with Southern charm, this Easy Brunswick Stew is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Packed with tender shredded chicken, savory pulled pork, and wholesome vegetables like corn and lima beans, this rustic stew is simmered in a rich tomato-based broth infused with smoky paprika, tangy barbecue sauce, and a hint of apple cider vinegar for a bold, satisfying flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this one-pot wonder comes together effortlessly, making it ideal for busy cooks who crave that homemade, slow-cooked taste without the hassle. Serve it alongside cornbread or crackers for a classic, soul-warming meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups pulled cooked pork
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen lima beans
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Heat a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Sauté the diced onion in the olive oil until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Mix well.
Add the shredded chicken and pulled pork to the pot, stirring to incorporate.
Mix in the frozen corn kernels and frozen lima beans.
Stir in the barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce (if using).
Season the stew with paprika, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the stew simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.
Serve hot with cornbread or crackers for a classic Southern meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.8 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 739 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 12533 mg | 545% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 270.6 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.2 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.7 g | ||
| Protein | 298.5 g | 597% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 652 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 7839 mg | 167% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
