Crock Pot Beef Brisket INGREDIENTS
This is all it takes to get a wonderful brisket that remains moist, a little bit of patience… It’s best to make it overnight for the lunch, or early morning and it will be ready for the dinner.
Let’s get the ingredients:
How to Make an Easy Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
Ingredients
- 7-8 lb beef brisket
- Barbecue rub even better if homemade
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp liquid smoke
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and bbq rub.
- Once everything is mixed, rub it all over a 7-8lb beef brisket.
- Next, spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Place the beef brisket in the slow cooker.
- Set the slow cooker on low and let cook for 12 hours.
- Once done, carefully remove the brisket out of the slow cooker.
- Place the brisket in a foil line baked dish.
- Turn your oven on broil, then place the brisket in the oven. Let it stay in there long enough until the " bark" ( the rub) darkens.
- Once done, remove the brisket out of the oven, and cover it with foil.
- Let the brisket rest for 1 hour!
Notes
HOMEMADE BBQ Rub Ingredients:
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tbsp salt OR salt free seasoning
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp paprika
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tbsp parsley flakes Put everything in a bowl, and mixed until well combined!
Check out the step by step video:
Final Thoughts
What makes this recipe special is how it delivers authentic brisket flavor and texture without specialized equipment. The slow cooker does the heavy lifting by breaking down tough collagen into gelatin over many hours, while the final trip under the broiler creates that beautiful caramelized exterior.
I’ve found this method to be nearly foolproof, even for first-time brisket makers. The key is patience – resist the urge to open the slow cooker lid during cooking (which releases heat) and don’t skip the resting period before slicing.
While traditionalists might insist that true brisket requires a smoker, this adaptation proves that with the right technique and flavors, you can create something just as satisfying when outdoor cooking isn’t possible.
It’s pretty easy, isn’t it? The Crock Pot or Slow Cooker is really great when you can’t use your grill.
You may also love some famous Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs recipes HERE.
And MORE BRISKET RECIPES:
Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage a Delicious Brisket!
Delicious Slow Cooker Beef Brisket French Dip Sandwiches
Via iHeart Recipes Slow Cooker Beef Brisket.
Enjoy!