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Brunswick Stew

This Brunswick Stew is hearty and comforting! A flavorful blend of rotisserie chicken and fresh vegetables creates a dish the whole family will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken skin removed and meat shredded
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cans tomato sauce 8-oz each
  • 1.5 cups peeled, chopped red potatoes
  • 1.75 cups frozen lima beans
  • 1.75 cups frozen whole kernel corn
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp ground red pepper adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp oregano
  • 0.25 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 2 Tbsp dried minced onion flakes

Instructions

  • Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the shredded chicken, chicken broth, tomato sauce, chopped red potatoes, lima beans, corn, sugar, salt, pepper, ground red pepper, oregano, poultry seasoning, and dried minced onion flakes.
  • Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for about 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
  • As the stew simmers, taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Once the vegetables are tender, remove the pot from heat. Ladle the Brunswick stew into bowls and serve hot.

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Sharp Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Bowl

Notes

  • Brunswick stew stores well; refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • This stew freezes beautifully; cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • For a twist, add seasonal vegetables like peas in spring or zucchini in summer.