Hearty Brunswick Stew with Chicken and Pulled Pork Recipe
This hearty Brunswick Stew combines savory shredded chicken, pulled pork, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a flavorful tomato base with smoky spices and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal, this stew is rich, filling, and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
Spices
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Vegetables & Sauces
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces each)
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen lima beans
- 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2/3 cup barbecue sauce
Proteins & Broth
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups pulled pork
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté onion: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Season base: Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the kosher salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using, mixing to combine.
- Combine vegetables: Add the diced tomatoes, frozen corn, frozen lima beans, and diced Yukon Gold potatoes. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and barbecue sauce, mixing everything well together.
- Simmer stew: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the cooked shredded chicken and pulled pork. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and all flavors meld together.
- Garnish: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy this hearty Brunswick stew as a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt level.
- You can substitute BBQ sauce with your favorite variety to adjust sweetness or smokiness.
- For a spicier stew, increase the cayenne pepper or add hot sauce to taste.
- Chicken and pulled pork should be cooked before adding; leftover or freshly made works well.
- This stew stores well and often tastes better the next day after flavors meld.
Keywords: Brunswick Stew, Southern Stew, Chicken Stew, Pulled Pork Stew, Comfort Food, Hearty Stew
