How to Make Easy Brunswick Stew (Make-Ahead Freezer Meal) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious, hearty, and easy meal that you can make in advance and freeze for later? Look no further than this Easy Brunswick Stew recipe! This classic Southern dish is a perfect option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want a comforting and filling meal without all the fuss. Whether you're a busy parent, a college student, or just someone who wants to save time in the kitchen, this make-ahead freezer meal will become a staple in your cooking repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large pieces
  • 1 pound boneless pork chops, cut into large pieces
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) package frozen corn
  • 1 (15 ounce) package frozen lima beans
  • 1 cup hickory-flavored barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (32 ounce) container chicken stock

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine chicken, pork, tomatoes, corn, lima beans, barbecue sauce, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large, resealable freezer bag. Seal the bag and mix the contents until well combined. Freeze for up to one month.
  • When ready to cook, remove bag from the freezer and allow contents to partially thaw until they can be broken apart, about 1 hour.
  • Empty the bag into a Dutch oven and add chicken stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook, uncovered, until the stew has thickened slightly and the meat shreds easily with a fork, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove meat and shred with a fork. Return meat to the pot and serve immediately or keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    360 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 1479mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Potassium: 774mg