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Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce

Elina James
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg) beef brisket, trimmed
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions

Instructions
 

  • Prep brisket: Pat brisket dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  • Prepare slow cooker: Place sliced onions and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Mix sauce: In a bowl, combine BBQ sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar.
  • Add brisket: Place brisket on top of onions and garlic. Pour BBQ sauce mixture over the brisket, ensuring it is well coated.
  • Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 5–6 hours, until brisket is tender and easily shredded.
  • Optional finish: For a caramelized crust, remove brisket from slow cooker and broil in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5–10 minutes, brushing with extra BBQ sauce.
  • Serve: Slice or shred brisket and spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with parsley or green onions.