50 States of Food | Virginia | Virginia Style Brunswick Stew

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner; chicken thighs are more economical.

pork

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean beef offers a healthier fat profile; ground beef is often cheaper.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier; seasoned water is budget-friendly.

In a large pot, cook the chicken thighs and fatback until browned.

Remove the chicken and fatback, shred the chicken, and set aside.

In the same pot, sauté the chopped onions until translucent.

Add the planks of potatoes, canned tomatoes, drained butter beans, and drained corn to the pot.

Pour in the chicken stock or water, stirring well.

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and mix thoroughly.

Season with black pepper, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and sugar.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least an hour, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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