🔥 Chuckwagon Brunswick Stew

🔥 Chuckwagon Brunswick Stew

Serves: 8–10Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

🥩 Ingredients

• 1 lb pulled pork (or shredded rotisserie chicken)

• ½ lb smoked sausage, sliced

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

• 2 cups frozen corn

• 1 cup lima beans (or butter beans)

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

• 1 cup BBQ sauce (sweet and smoky style)

• 4 cups chicken or beef broth

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp salt (to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for balance)

🍳 Instructions

1. Sauté the Base:In a large cast-iron pot or Dutch oven, cook the onion and garlic until fragrant.

2. Add the Meats:Stir in the pulled pork (or chicken) and sausage. Sear lightly to blend the smoky flavors.

3. Toss in the Veggies:Add potatoes, corn, and lima beans. Stir well.

4. Add Liquids:Pour in tomatoes, tomato sauce, BBQ sauce, and broth. Add Worcestershire and all seasonings.

5. Simmer Slow & Steady:Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the stew thickens and flavors meld.

6. Taste & Serve:Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with cornbread, biscuits, or a side of coleslaw.

🌽 Chuckwagon Tip

Traditionally, this stew simmered all day over a campfire — the longer it cooks, the richer the flavor. It’s even better the next day!