Slow Cooker Brisket

Overhead square photo of a shallow bowl with crockpot brisket, mashed potatoes, and Brussels sprouts.

Are you ready to indulge in a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth meal that practically cooks itself? Look no further than this Crockpot brisket recipe! With a combination of savory spices, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar, the result is a sweet and smoky brisket that will wow your taste buds. Not only is the recipe packed with flavor, but it's also low maintenance, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekends. Simply set it and forget it - the slow cooker does all the work for you

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 10 10

Servings

Calories 282kcal

Author Wendy Polisi

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

1 3 to 5 pound beef brisket
¼ cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon sea salt use 1 teaspoon per pound of meat
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 onion sliced
½ cup BBQ sauce plus more for serving if desired
¼ cup water

Instructions

Using a meat tenderizer or fork, lightly prick the brisket all over.
In a small bowl, combine the sugar, smoked paprika, salt, thyme, garlic powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture all over the brisket. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Arrange the onion in the bottom of the slow cooker and place the brisket on top.
Stir together the BBQ sauce and water and pour it on top of the meat.
Cover and cook for 10 hours on low or 6 hours on high.
Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and tent with foil.
Allow to rest for at least 20 minutes.
Cut the meat across the grain or shred and serve with the sauce.

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