Step 1

In a large dutch oven or stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the chicken, stew meat, and onion to the oil.

Step 3

Brown the meat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the salt, pepper, and 4 cups of water to the meat mixture. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 6

Simmer the meat mixture for 2 hours. Break up or shred the meat, if needed.

Step 7

Add the celery, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, green beans, corn, peas, bay leaves, remaining water, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce into the meat mixture.

Step 8

Cover the pot and simmer until the vegetables are warmed through, about 2 hours.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves.

Step 10

Serve with oyster crackers.