Description

A hearty Southern classic, Brunswick stew combines tender meats, fresh vegetables, and rich flavors in a comforting, slow-cooked dish. Perfect for family dinners, cozy evenings, or gatherings, this stew brings warmth and nostalgia to every bite. Each spoonful delivers a balance of savory, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors that are uniquely satisfying. Serve it with cornbread, rice, or collard greens for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken thighs, bone-in, skin removed
1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 cups fresh tomatoes, diced or canned
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup lima beans
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken stock
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves

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Instructions

Pat chicken and pork dry, season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Brown meat in a large pot in batches, remove and set aside.
Sauté onion, celery, and bell peppers until soft, add garlic.
Return meat, stir in tomato paste, tomatoes, stock, sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, thyme, and bay leaves.
Simmer covered for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Add corn and lima beans, cook 30 minutes more.
Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, optionally mash a portion for thicker stew.

Notes

For a spicier stew, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Stew tastes better the next day after flavors meld.
Can substitute meats or make vegetarian with mushrooms and extra beans.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmering / Stovetop
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6–8
Calories: 280
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg