Brunswick Stew Recipe

Name: Brunswick Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken, cut into quarters; 1 lb. country ham, chopped; 6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 tsp. red pepper flakes; 2 qt. canned tomatoes, crushed; 1 can tomato soup; dash of Tabasco sauce; 1/2 lb. butter; 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen butter beans (lima beans); 2 lb. ground chuck; 1 lb. Great Northern beans; 4 large onions, sliced; 1 (14 oz.) bottle ketchup; 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste; dash of Worcestershire sauce; salt and pepper; 2 (10 oz.0 pkg. frozen corn

Servings: persons

1 chicken, cut into quarters
1 lb. country ham, chopped
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 qt. canned tomatoes, crushed
1 can tomato soup
dash of Tabasco sauce
1/2 lb. butter
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen butter beans (lima beans)
2 lb. ground chuck
1 lb. Great Northern beans
4 large onions, sliced
1 (14 oz.) bottle ketchup
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
dash of Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper
2 (10 oz.0 pkg. frozen corn

1
Cook chicken, chuck and ham together in a large heavy covered stockpot with enough water to cover until the chicken is tender (approximately 40 minutes).
2
Add more water if necessary.
3
Remove the chicken from the pot to allow to cool until you can handle, then remove the bones and cut the meat into small pieces.
4
Return the meat to the pot.
5
Add the Great Northerns, cubed potatoes, onions, pepper flakes, ketchup, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, soup, Worcestershire, Tabasco, salt, pepper and butter.
6
Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.
7
Add frozen vegetables; cover and cook for 1 more hour, stirring occasionally.

1212

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken, cut into quarters, 1 lb. country ham, chopped, 6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1 tsp. red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Brunswick Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brunswick Stew

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