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 dinners, holidays, 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:
- Set it and forget it. Simply put all the ingredients in your slow cooker and cook it for 8-10 hours. This is an especially perfect Sunday dinner idea!
- Fork tender. Low and slow in the crock pot makes shredding this tender cut super easy making it a favorite beef dinner idea.
- Pair with your favorite BBQ side dishes. Serve your crock pot brisket on the side of Macaroni Salad, Cornbread Recipe, or your favorite Oven Roasted Vegetables.
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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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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Crock Pot Brisket Recipe
Try this effortless crock pot brisket recipe for delectably juicy and tender meat that will melt in your mouth.
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
Do I brown the Crock Pot brisket first?
- 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.
How much brisket to make per person?
- 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.
How to store crock pot brisket?
- 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.
Love that this is so easy to make. Turned out super delicious, so juicy and tender everybody loved it. Will be making again!
Can you tell me, is the brisket spicy? I’m worried that 2 bottles of chili sauce may be too spicy for the little ones.
It could be. Mine think it’s ok, but everyone is different. You could lessen the amount, if you want.
Can you cook carrots and potatoes in the crockpot with the brisket for this recipe?
This recipe was delicious! I made it for my Jewish in-laws for Hanukkah and they loved it! It was tender and most importantly not a greasy!! Super easy so I was able to concentrate on the rest of the dinner. I will be making this again.
Glad to hear that! Thank you for letting me know!
Several corned beef recipes and none use water of any quanity. Just recalling my Mother adding water so I always did also.
Thanks for ruining my $44.00 brisket. Sauce was sour and it needed salt which doesn’t work as well after the meat is cooked. I was embarrassed to serve this.
Sorry to hear you didn’t enjoy the recipe. Thanks for giving it a try and for the feedback.
Ive seen brisket at the grocers but never really knew a good way too cook it. Thanks for posting i cant wait to try this out! Bonus: its a crockpot meal ?
Such a great piece of meat that goes into the crockpot. You will love the taSte and convenience of this dish!
I never would have thought to make brisket in the slow cooker! So smart, so excited to give this one a try!
I don’t make brisket nearly enough and I am so glad itried this recipe. My whole family-even my picky kids- loved it!
I’m drooling over here! Yum! Tender & juicy & great with so many things!
Oh my, this crock pot brisket looks amazing!! A must try!