Tender Slow Cooker Beef Brisket That Melts in Your Mouth

Experience the comfort of Slow Cooker Beef Brisket, a melt-in-your-mouth dish perfect for family gatherings and easy meal prep.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Resting Time 15

Total Time 8 15

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Beef

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Brisket

1 piece Beef Brisket Choose a flat-cut brisket with some fat for juiciness.

For the Flavor Base

1 Onion Sliced
4 cloves Garlic Minced

For the Cooking Liquid

2 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium recommended.
1 cup Tomato Sauce or Crushed Tomatoes
2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adjust to taste.
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can be adjusted or omitted.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Thyme or Rosemary Dried

Equipment

Slow cooker
skillet
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Optionally, sear the brisket in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Place a layer of sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and dried thyme.
Place the brisket on top of the onions and pour the sauce mixture over it. Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
Let the brisket rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking before slicing or shredding.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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