Crockpot Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket

Savor Crockpot Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket, a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece with a perfectly seasoned, fall-apart tender brisket slow-cooked in a rich, smoky homemade BBQ sauce. This effortless slow-cooker recipe delivers authentic barbecue flavor with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crockpot Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket is the ultimate low-and-slow comfort food—tender, juicy brisket infused with deep smoky sweetness and tangy barbecue sauce, all without firing up the grill or standing over it for hours. This recipe turns an inexpensive cut into restaurant-quality results with almost zero hands-on time. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, weekend gatherings, or meal prep, and the leftovers are even better. The homemade sauce is easy to customize and far superior to store-bought, making every bite feel like a treat.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Trim Excess Fat → Leave a thin layer for moisture and flavor.
• Sear First → Optional but creates a beautiful crust.
• Use Bone-In → Adds extra richness (remove before shredding).
• Low & Slow → 8–10 hours on low for perfect tenderness.
• Broil at End → 5–7 minutes for caramelized, sticky edges.
• Rest Before Slicing → 10–15 minutes keeps juices inside.

Yield: 10 Servings

Crockpot Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket

Print

Tender, smoky crockpot BBQ beef brisket—fall-apart perfection.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
• 2 tbsp liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 lbs beef brisket, trimmed

Instructions

1. Season Brisket → Pat dry; rub generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder.
2. Sear (optional) → Brown all sides in hot skillet for deeper flavor.
3. Layer Crockpot → Place onion slices and garlic at bottom.
4. Add Brisket → Place brisket fat-side up on onions.
5. Make Sauce → Whisk BBQ sauce, broth, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire, liquid smoke.
6. Pour Sauce → Cover brisket completely with sauce.
7. Slow Cook → Low 8–10 hours or high 4–5 hours until fork-tender.
8. Rest & Shred → Remove brisket; rest 10–15 minutes, then shred or slice.
9. Reduce Sauce → Simmer leftover sauce on stove 10 minutes to thicken.
10. Serve → Pile shredded brisket on buns or serve with sauce—enjoy this smoky perfection!

Notes

• Fat side up keeps meat moist.
• Brisket is done when it pulls apart easily.
• Leftover sauce makes incredible dipping or glazing.
• Serve with coleslaw, cornbread, or pickles for classic BBQ.

Nutrition Information

Yield

10

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 867Total Fat 57gSaturated Fat 21gUnsaturated Fat 36gCholesterol 214mgSodium 1024mgCarbohydrates 31gFiber 2gSugar 24gProtein 60g

The recipes and nutritional information on Crock Pot Meal are for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalized dietary advice.

Ingredients Notes

• Beef Brisket → 4–5 lbs, point or flat cut; point is fattier and more flavorful.
• BBQ Sauce → Homemade or sugar-free store-bought.
• Liquid Smoke → Adds authentic smokiness without a smoker.
• Brown Sugar → Balances acidity; use monk fruit for low-carb.
• Apple Cider Vinegar → Tenderizes and adds tang.
• Worcestershire → Deep savory flavor.
• Spices → Smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder.
• Onion & Garlic → Build a savory base.

Variations and Substitutions

• Spicy → Add cayenne, chipotle, or hot sauce.
• Low-Carb → Use sugar-free BBQ sauce and monk fruit.
• Different Meat → Pork shoulder or beef chuck.
• Smokier → Extra liquid smoke or smoked salt.
• Sweet → More brown sugar or honey.
• Instant Pot → 90 minutes high pressure + natural release.

Storage Options

• Refrigerator → Airtight container up to 5 days.
• Freezer → Freeze in sauce up to 3 months.
• Reheating → Warm in oven at 325°F or crockpot with extra sauce.

Dish Gallery

Please share this Crockpot Smoky BBQ Beef Brisket with your friends and do a comment below about your feedback.

We will meet you on next article.

Until you can read, Crockpot BBQ Shredded Beef Sliders