Description

A hearty and flavorful Brunswick Stew featuring pulled smoked pork, roasted chicken, corn, lima beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes simmered in a tangy, sweet broth enriched with barbecue sauce and a blend of savory spices. This stew comes together quickly using pre-cooked meats, making it perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Sauces

2 ¼ cups low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (14.5 ounces) fire roasted diced tomatoes
¾ cup barbecue sauce, plus more for drizzling
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Vegetables and Beans

1 ½ cups frozen corn
1 ½ cups frozen lima beans

Sweeteners and Spices

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1-2 pinches cayenne pepper

Meats

2 ½ cups pulled smoked pork
1 ½ cups cooked diced chicken breast or chicken thighs (smoked or roasted)

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Instructions

Heat the oil and soften the onions: Heat canola oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven or heavy stockpot. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until tender and translucent, about 5-6 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the minced garlic; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add tomato paste and liquids: In a small bowl, whisk the tomato paste with 1/4 cup of the chicken broth until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pot. Then add the remaining chicken broth, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, frozen corn, lima beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the stew: Increase heat to medium-high and bring the stew to a low boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to cook through.
Add meats and finish cooking: Stir in the pulled smoked pork and cooked diced chicken. Let the stew simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the meats through and integrate their smokiness into the stew.
Season and serve: Taste the stew and season with salt and additional pepper if desired. Ladle the stew into bowls and drizzle with extra barbecue sauce for a final touch of smoky sweetness.

Notes

This Brunswick Stew uses pre-cooked smoked pork and roasted chicken, making it quick and easy to prepare without sacrificing rich flavors.
The combination of fire-roasted tomatoes, barbecue sauce, and spices gives the stew a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and smoky notes.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce and cayenne pepper to control the heat level according to your preference.
For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered longer to reduce the liquid or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 347 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 1430 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0.02 g
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 27 g
Cholesterol: 58 mg