Authentic Brunswick Stew
A comforting Southern classic filled with savory chicken, smoky sausage, and a medley of vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 pound of smoked sausage, sliced
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
- 2 cups of corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup of chopped onions
- 1 cup of chopped bell peppers
- 2 cups of chopped potatoes
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon of hot sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the meats: In a large pot, combine chicken, smoked sausage, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the vegetables: Add the diced tomatoes, corn, onions, bell peppers, and potatoes to the pot. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce to enhance the flavor.
- Simmer the stew: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 90 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and all the flavors have melded into a delicious embrace.
- Shred the chicken: Remove chicken pieces from the pot, shred the meat, and return it to the pot for enhanced texture and flavor.
- Season to taste: Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg