Kentucky Burgoo Recipe

Name: Kentucky Burgoo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 smoked bacon slices, chopped; 6 ounces bulk sweet Italian pork sausage; 8 ounces chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped carrot; 1/4 cup chopped celery; 2 chicken thighs, skinned and cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 3 cups unsalted chicken cooking stock; 3 cups water; 1 cup uncooked brown rice; 8 ounces small red potatoes, quartered; 1 1/2 cups (1-inch) fresh green bean pieces; 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed; Hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

2 smoked bacon slices, chopped
6 ounces bulk sweet Italian pork sausage
8 ounces chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 chicken thighs, skinned and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cups unsalted chicken cooking stock
3 cups water
1 cup uncooked brown rice
8 ounces small red potatoes, quartered
1 1/2 cups (1-inch) fresh green bean pieces
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed
Hot sauce (optional)

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Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add sausage; cook 4 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Add beef; cook 3 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
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Add onion, carrot, and celery to pan; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken, salt, and pepper to pan; cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in wine; bring to a boil. Cook until liquid almost evaporates (about 3 minutes). Stir in stock, 3 cups water, and rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently about 30 minutes. Stir in potatoes; cover and simmer gently about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in green beans and corn; simmer gently for 8 minutes or until done, skimming as necessary. Sprinkle with hot sauce, if desired.
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1240

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

112

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 smoked bacon slices, chopped, 6 ounces bulk sweet Italian pork sausage, 8 ounces chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces, 3/4 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Burgoo falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Kentucky Burgoo

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