Sure! Here’s a delightful recipe for “Brunswick Stew for Your Crock Pot” that’s perfect for a hearty meal on a busy weeknight or any time you’re craving a comforting dish with a touch of Virginia history.
Brunswick Stew for Your Crock Pot
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 10 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 478.6 per serving
- Rating: 4.5 stars (based on 13 reviews)
Description:
This updated version of Brunswick Stew, inspired by early Virginia settlers, brings together the flavors of chicken, ham, and vegetables in a rich and savory broth. Simmered all day in your crock pot, this stew is a perfect one-dish meal that will warm your soul and satisfy your hunger.
Ingredients:
- 3 onions
- 2 chicken pieces
- 1 1/2 cups cooked ham
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can chicken broth
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1 cup okra
- 1/4 cup frozen baby lima beans
- 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the onions and cooking the ham if it’s not already cooked. You’ll also need to peel and mince the garlic cloves.
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Layer Ingredients in Crock Pot: In a 3 1/2- to 4-quart crock pot, start by placing the chopped onions at the bottom. Next, arrange the chicken pieces and cooked ham on top of the onions.
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Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the undrained tomatoes, chicken broth, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, dried thyme, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.
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Pour Sauce Over Meat: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the chicken and ham in the crock pot, ensuring that everything is evenly coated.
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Cook in Crock Pot: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours or on high heat for 4 to 5 hours. The long, slow cooking time allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Prepare Chicken: If desired, after cooking, remove the chicken from the crock pot and allow it to cool slightly. Then, remove the meat from the bones and cut it into bite-size pieces.
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Return Chicken to Pot: Once the chicken is prepared, return it to the crock pot, discarding the bones.
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Add Vegetables: Add the okra, baby lima beans, and whole kernel corn to the crock pot, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.
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Adjust Heat and Cook Vegetables: If you were cooking on the low-heat setting, switch to high heat at this point. Cover the crock pot again and cook for an additional 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and cooked to your liking.
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Serve: Once the stew is ready, serve it hot in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
This Brunswick Stew is a complete meal in itself, packed with protein, vegetables, and comforting flavors. It’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or for meal prep to enjoy throughout the week. Enjoy the taste of Virginia history with this delicious crock pot stew! 🍲
