Brunswick Stew
Friends, it’s time for an oldie but goodie! Brunswick Stew is a hearty stew made with tender roasted meat, lots of vegetables, and barbecue sauce. It’s one of the quickest and easiest stews to put together. Not only can you clean out your freezer and use up some of those frozen veggies, but it’s also perfect for using up leftover BBQ pulled pork or chicken. Another easy one-pot meal for the win!
Brunswick Stew is a Southern classic with origins that are still debated to this day. Some say it originated in Brunswick County, Virginia, while others claim Brunswick, Georgia, as its home. Wherever it started, one thing’s for sure: it’s a seriously delicious stew I can make with simple ingredients (which is always a winner in my house!), and it tastes even better the next day. I use BBQ sauce, diced tomatoes, shredded chicken, and various veggies and seasonings to create this seriously comforting, stick-to-your-ribs meal. My family ALWAYS asks for seconds when I make this easy recipe!
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 14.5 oz. cans of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen lima beans
- 1 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 3 cups chicken broth