Slow Cooker Beef Brisket: Tender, Delicious, and Family-Approved!
This slow cooker beef brisket is sure to become a family favorite. It’s incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Plus, it’s so easy to make – just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its magic!
Imagine this: a perfectly cooked brisket, sliced like butter, bathed in a delicious sauce. It’s so good, you won’t want to miss it! Pair it with a refreshing Italian Chopped Salad, some fluffy Potato Rolls, and top it all off with a decadent Classic Chocolate Cake for dessert. Now that’s a meal to remember!
What’s the Deal with Brisket?
If you love melt-in-your-mouth meat, this recipe is for you. We take it to the next level with a sweet rub and a touch of BBQ sauce. Brisket is a unique cut of meat that cooks low and slow, allowing it to stay beautifully intact while becoming incredibly tender. You won’t believe how juicy it is – one bite and it will fall apart in your mouth!
Worth the Wait: Slow Cooker Magic
This recipe takes time, but trust me, it’s worth every minute. The slow cooker does all the hard work for you. Just prep the ingredients in the morning, throw them in the cooker, and come home to the most amazing aroma and a ready-made meal. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
Simple Ingredients, Restaurant-Quality Results
The beauty of this recipe is that you don’t need fancy ingredients. Most of them are probably already in your pantry! Check out the recipe card below for the exact measurements.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Beef Brisket: I recommend using a flat-cut brisket for this recipe. Ask your butcher for help if you’re unsure.
- Brown Sugar: This adds a touch of sweetness that balances the savory flavors.
- Paprika: A warm spice that brings depth without any heat.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: These pantry staples add a wonderful savory base.
- Salt & Pepper: Enhance all the other flavors in the dish.
- Onion: Quartered and added to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
- BBQ Sauce: Use your favorite store-bought brand or try our amazing Homemade BBQ Sauce recipe (link in recipe card).
Making Slow Cooker Beef Brisket: Easy as 1-2-3!
This recipe is incredibly hands-off. Simply prepare the meat, let the slow cooker do its magic, and enjoy!
- Prepare the Meat Rub: Combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the mixture generously on all sides of the brisket and place it in the slow cooker.
- Cook Low and Slow: Add the quartered onion and top with your chosen BBQ sauce. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours.
That’s it! With minimal effort, you’ll have a delicious and impressive meal that your family will love.
PrintBrisket Recipe
This slow cooker beef brisket is sure to become a family favorite. It’s incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Plus, it’s so easy to make – just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its magic!
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 3–4 pounds beef brisket flat
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp each: garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper
- 1 small onion, quartered
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix spices (brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper). Rub on brisket.
- Place brisket, onion, and BBQ sauce in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 5-6 hours.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 480
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 1588mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 72g
- Cholesterol: 211mg