Lo has always loved BBQ food, but when we lived in Texas, he became obsessed.

Not only did he learn how to smoke meat, but he also realized that his favorite kind of meat is brisket. It’s tender, it’s flavorful, and it’s one of our favorite dishes to make for family dinnersholidays, and special occasions.

It may seem difficult or a little more fancy, but we promise you this crock pot brisket recipe will become a new favorite!

Why we love it:

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) beef brisket Brisket is typically sold in two different cuts: flat and point. Choose the flat cut, if possible, as the thick fat cap will aid in giving more flavor to your brisket.
  • 1 (2-ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder or 3-4 cloves of minced fresh garlic. You can also season with salt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar – light or dark brown sugar
  • 2 (12-ounce) bottles Heinz chili sauce

How to Make Brisket in a Crock Pot

  1. SEASON. Place 1 (3 pound) brisket in the crock pot. Sprinkle 1 (2-ounce) envelope onion soup mix, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar over the top of the brisket, and massage gently into the meat.
    • Pour 2 (12-ounce) bottles chili sauce over the top, covering the meat completely.
  2. COOK. Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours. Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and slice against the grain. Pour the sauce over the brisket slices to serve with some Best Mashed Potatoes or a side dish of your choice.
  3. Allow the crock pot brisket to rest for 10-20 minutes before cutting.

Instant Pot Instructions

  • Place the brisket in the Instant Pot, fat side up. Sprinkle with onion soup mix, garlic powder, and brown sugar. Massage into the meat then add the chili sauce over the top.
  • Cook on high pressure for 80-90 minutes, then let naturally release for 15 minutes before manually releasing the rest of the pressure. 

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5 from 303 votes

Crock Pot Brisket Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Try this effortless crock pot brisket recipe for delectably juicy and tender meat that will melt in your mouth.
Servings: 8
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 8 hours
Total: 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 (3 pound) beef brisket
  • 1 (2-ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 (12-ounce) bottles Heinz chili sauce

Instructions 

  • Place 1 (3 pound) brisket in the crock pot. Sprinkle 1 (2-ounce) envelope onion soup mix, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar over the top of the brisket, and massage gently into the meat. Pour 2 (12-ounce) bottles chili sauce over the top, covering the meat completely.
  • Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours. Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and slice against the grain. Pour the sauce over the brisket slices to serve.

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Notes

STORE. Place cooked brisket AND the juices into an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze it for up to 2 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 38g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 105mg, Sodium: 1283mg, Potassium: 885mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 578IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 26mg, Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

  • Browning in a large skillet before putting it in the slow cooker is not necessary, but can add extra flavor. Or broil the brisket on a baking sheet in the oven to get crispy bits.
  • I recommend ½ pound per person then add 2 pounds to that total to account for those who wish to take a little more. Leftover slow cooker beef brisket makes a delicious sandwich! Just add a homemade BBQ Sauce.
  • Place cooled leftovers and liquid into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze this beef brisket recipe for up to 2 months.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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78 Comments

  1. Kim says:

    Making a much bigger brisket.. probably 2 pieces about 6lbs each. How do I adjust the cooking time and other ingredients?

  2. Donna Beard says:

    What else can I use beside the chilli sauce???
    Not a fan of spicy or the chilli flavor.

  3. Stacy D says:

    Can this be done if it’s frozen

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      I would recommend thawing the brisket before putting it in the crockpot.

  4. Janet says:

    What do think about swapping out onion soup for dry ranch? I forgot to get soup mix

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You could give it a try. I haven’t made it with that so I’m not totally sure how it would turn out. But if you do, you’ll have to let us know how it tastes!

  5. Cheryl says:

    5 stars
    Another way I’ve done is wrap in foil than put in crock pot on low ,very tender. Easy one for Camping because you put on low and cook while you were on beach all day.

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      That’s a great idea!!

  6. Jackie Solomon says:

    Does the chili sauce make it spicy? Looking to try but we don’t like spicy. If not, I will make exactly as is. Or please let me know if I should substitute the chili sauce for something else if it is spicy.

    1. Angelita says:

      You can use your favorite Bar-B-Q sauce instead.

  7. Heidi says:

    Does the brisket taste spicy because of the chill sauce?

    1. Angelita says:

      You can use your favorite Bar-B-Q sauce.