North Georgia Brunswick Stew

Dive into the comforting, smoky flavors of North Georgia Brunswick Stew, a hearty Southern classic packed with rich, slow-cooked goodness. This robust stew brings together tender pulled pork, shredded chicken, and smoky beef brisket, perfectly complemented by sweet corn, creamy lima beans, and a medley of tangy and bold seasonings. Simmered to perfection in a savory base of crushed tomatoes, barbecue sauce, and chicken broth, it’s elevated with a hint of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and smoked paprika. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this one-pot stew is the ultimate cold-weather meal that balances smoky, sweet, and savory flavors in every bite. Serve it steaming hot with a drizzle of your favorite barbecue sauce and crusty bread for a true taste of the South. Perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or anytime you crave soulful comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound pulled pork (smoked)
• 1 pound shredded chicken (cooked)
• 1 pound beef brisket (smoked, chopped)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups barbecue sauce (your favorite)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups frozen corn
• 2 cups frozen lima beans
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 3 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the potatoes and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Season the stew with the smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the pulled pork, shredded chicken, chopped brisket, corn, and lima beans to the pot. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 8

Simmer the stew on low heat for an additional 90 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or hot sauce if needed.

Step 10

Serve the Brunswick Stew hot, garnished with extra barbecue sauce or hot sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5162.7 grams (5162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5410

Total Fat 174.90g	224%
Saturated Fat 60.00g	300%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1070mg	357%
Sodium 12760mg	555%
Total Carbohydrate 547.20g	199%
Dietary Fiber 55.10g	197%
Total Sugars 275.90g
Protein 413.50g	827%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 828mg	64%
Iron 51mg	281%
Potassium 12839mg	273%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 40.4%