Classic Southern Brunswick Stew

Ingredients

• 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth
• 1 cup (240ml) tomato sauce 1 cup (240ml) tomato sauce
• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
• 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, diced 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, diced
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup (150g) corn kernels 1 cup (150g) corn kernels
• 1 cup (150g) lima beans 1 cup (150g) lima beans
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoked paprika 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried thyme 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 8g
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and pork, and cook until browned.
2. 2.
   Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce, and stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Add the corn, lima beans, potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
5. 5.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meats are tender and the flavors have melded together.
6. 6.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed, and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken thighs — To ensure tender and juicy chicken, avoid overcooking. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• Pork shoulder — Choose a well-marbled cut for maximum flavor and tenderness. Trim excess fat before dicing.
• Smoked paprika — Use a good quality smoked paprika to add a smoky depth to the stew.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smokier flavor, you can add a few drops of liquid smoke to the stew.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, you can mash some of the cooked potatoes to create a creamier texture.
• Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.

Serving advice

Serve the Classic Brunswick Stew in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley or chopped green onions. Accompany it with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can drizzle a swirl of Worcestershire sauce on top of the stew and sprinkle some smoked paprika for a pop of color.