Description
This Brunswick Stew is a classic Southern comfort dish loaded with shredded chicken, pulled pork, corn, tomatoes, and a BBQ-infused broth. It’s a hearty one-pot recipe perfect for chilly nights, easy dinners, or weekend gatherings. Rich, smoky, slightly sweet, and packed with protein and veggies—this is your go-to quick dinner idea, freezer-friendly meal prep, and family-style comfort food in one bowl.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups pulled pork (pre-cooked or leftovers)
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
1 cup lima beans or butter beans
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
3. Add the shredded chicken, pulled pork, corn, and lima beans. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavorful.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce to taste. Simmer a few more minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For extra depth, use smoked pulled pork or BBQ rotisserie chicken.
This stew thickens as it sits—add more broth when reheating if needed.
Make it your own by adding chopped okra, sweet potatoes, or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Brunswick stew, southern comfort food, hearty dinner, stew recipe, bbq stew