Crock Pot Dry Rub Brisket
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this mouthwatering Crock Pot Dry Rub Brisket—a slow-cooked masterpiece that’s as flavorful as it is tender. This recipe features a juicy 3-pound beef brisket seasoned with a homemade dry rub of smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a smoky-sweet kick. Searing the brisket before slow cooking creates a caramelized crust that locks in the spices, while the addition of beef broth and apple cider vinegar keeps every bite irresistibly moist. After eight hours of effortless cooking in the crock pot, the brisket emerges fork-tender and ready to be sliced or shredded. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this hearty dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite barbecue sides. Enjoy the rich aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture of this foolproof, set-it-and-forget-it recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, kosher salt, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper to create the dry rub.
Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and use your hands to evenly coat it with the dry rub. Gently press the rub into the surface of the meat.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until a brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer the seared brisket to the slow cooker.
In a measuring cup, mix together the beef broth and apple cider vinegar, then pour it around (not on top of) the brisket in the crock pot.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easy to shred with a fork.
Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest on a cutting board for 10-15 minutes before slicing or shredding.
Serve the brisket with your favorite sides and drizzle it with extra cooking juices for added flavor. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 195.6 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.1 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1279 mg | 426% | |
| Sodium | 7237 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 409.0 g | 818% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 44.1 mg | 245% | |
| Potassium | 4737 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
