Description
This Crockpot Brisket is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy beef infused with smoky, savory flavors. It’s the ultimate comfort food that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds beef brisket
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season brisket with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear both sides until browned (4–5 minutes per side).
- Place onions and garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Lay the seared brisket on top.
- Mix beef broth, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Pour over brisket.
- Cover and cook on low 8–10 hours (or high 4–6 hours) until tender.
- Remove brisket, let rest 10–15 minutes, then slice. Spoon cooking juices over top and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Resting the brisket before slicing ensures maximum juiciness.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer the cooking liquid on the stovetop until reduced.
- You can prep everything the night before and start the crockpot in the morning for a hassle-free dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: crockpot brisket, slow cooker brisket, tender beef brisket