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Flavorful Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with Secret Spice Rub

Flavorful Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with Secret Spice Rub

Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, this easy slow cooker brisket is a go-to—simple prep, cozy comfort, and always a hit.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 451
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pounds flat beef brisket
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 small quartered onion
  • 1 cup homemade BBQ sauce (or store bought)

Method
 

  1. Combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Rub generously over a 3-4 pounds flat beef brisket and set it aside to rest for 30 minutes, or cover it with foil and let it rest in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  3. Place the rubbed brisket in the bottom of a 6 or 7-quart slow cooker. Place 1 small quartered onion into the slow cooker, then top it all off with 1 cup homemade BBQ sauce.
  4. Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or on HIGH for 5-6 hours. Once the brisket is tender, you may crisp it by placing it on a baking sheet and roasting it in the oven for about 5 minutes with the broiler on high. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 48gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 1060mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

The combination of brown sugar and paprika in the spice rub creates a beautiful caramelization on the brisket, enhancing its flavor profile and forming a crust that locks in moisture. This not only adds depth to the dish but also contributes to the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that everyone craves.

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