{"id":1509,"date":"2026-03-06T09:48:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T09:48:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/?p=1509"},"modified":"2026-03-06T09:48:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T09:48:43","slug":"1509-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airfryerchickenwings.com\/slowcooker\/1509-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Crockpot Brunswick Stew"},"content":{"rendered":"

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One of the pride and joys of Virginia culture, this easy crockpot Brunswick stew<\/strong> is a simple twist on the Southern classic! Thick, hearty, and full of chicken, pork, beans, corn, and veggies<\/strong>, the flavors come together in a rich, tangy, and comforting bowl.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Before You Get Started<\/h2>\n

Here are a few helpful things to keep in mind before you load up the slow cooker:<\/p>\n

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  • Meat choices:<\/strong> A mix of chicken and pork gives the stew depth, but you can use just one or even toss in leftover pulled pork.<\/li>\n
  • Vegetables and beans:<\/strong> Frozen butter beans (or lima beans) and corn are traditional, but potatoes, celery, or okra can be added if you like.<\/li>\n
  • Flavor base:<\/strong> Ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire, and hot sauce create the balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy that makes Brunswick stew unique.<\/li>\n
  • Consistency:<\/strong> The stew should be nice and thick. Start with the 2 cups of broth and only add more later if needed.<\/li>\n
  • Cooker size and timing:<\/strong> Every slow cooker is a little different. Mine runs hot, so my stew is ready on HIGH in about 3 hours. Yours may take longer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    ** Tip:<\/strong> If you want a smoky flavor, swap some or all of the ketchup for barbecue sauce or add a tiny splash of liquid smoke.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Brunswick Stew is a Southern Fall Tradition<\/h2>\n
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    Autumn here in Central Virginia brings with it one of Madison County\u2019s biggest events: the Apple Harvest Festival at Graves Mountain Lodge. This annual celebration draws more tourists to our little rural county than any other event all year.<\/p>\n

    In addition to apples (and more apples), you are guaranteed to always<\/em> find a handful of fall staples at the festival: kettle corn, apple butter, and Brunswick stew! Autumn in the South just wouldn\u2019t be complete without at least one batch of this nourishing and flavorful soup served with a side of cornbread.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    How to Make Slow Cooker Brunswick Stew<\/h2>\n

    Step 1: Layer the Ingredients<\/h3>\n

    Place the chicken<\/strong> and pork <\/strong>in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, ketchup, vinegar, and Worcestershire. Give everything a gentle stir.<\/p>\n

    Add the corn, butter beans, onion, bell pepper, parsley, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir again and cover the pot.<\/p>\n

    ** Tip: <\/strong>We use frozen corn and butter beans for convenience, but feel free to swap with fresh corn and beans if they\u2019re available.<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Step 2: Cook Until Tender<\/h3>\n

    Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours<\/strong> or on HIGH for 3-4 hours<\/strong>, until the chicken and pork are tender enough to shred easily.<\/p>\n

    ** Tip: <\/strong>The meat should fall-apart when pulled with two forks. If it\u2019s still tough (or pink in the center), return it to the slow cooker. You\u2019re looking for an internal temp of 165\u00b0F for chicken and 145\u00b0F for pork.<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Step 3: Shred the Meat and Finish<\/h3>\n

    Remove the meat, shred it with two forks<\/strong>, then stir it back into the pot. Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce as you like.<\/p>\n

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    Step 4: Serve<\/h3>\n

    Ladle the Brunswick stew into bowls and serve warm with a skillet of Southern cornbread or spoon bread.<\/p>\n

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    Variations and Serving Ideas<\/h2>\n

    Brunswick stew has a long history, and every family has their own way of making it. Try these twists to make it your own:<\/p>\n