Crock Pot Brisket - Beth's Brisket Recipe

This crock pot brisket recipe is the perfect way to enjoy tender, juicy meat that is packed with flavor. The chili sauce gives the brisket a delicious smoky taste, while the crock pot ensures that the meat is cooked slowly and evenly.

Whether you're looking for an impressive dish to serve at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a delicious meal, this Family Favorite Crock Pot Recipe is sure to hit the spot.

This incredibly flavorful dish effortlessly transforms a simple brisket into a meal worth celebrating – whether it's a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner!

Just place the brisket in your crock pot, smother it in chili sauce, and let the low, slow cooking work its magic. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth brisket so delicious, it's sure to become a family favorite.

Beth's Brisket Recipe

Beth first made this recipe for us years ago when we were visiting and we all absolutely loved it.  I asked her many times for the recipe but she kept ignoring me saying it was a "family secret." After many years of begging her for the recipe, she finally gave it to me and I'm happy to share it with you all today.

This recipe means so much to me now that Beth is gone.  You can read about my sister-in-law's sudden death in my post, "A Wedding and a Funeral." 

Beth made the recipe in the oven, and usually the day before she needed to serve it. This was the recipe she always made for all the Jewish holidays their family celebrated.

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Main Ingredients Needed

• Fresh beef brisket (not corned beef)
• Fresh garlic
• Heinz chili sauce
• Brown sugar
• Seasoning salt

Step-by-Step Instructions 

Step 1: Lightly coat the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Place the brisket inside and generously sprinkle seasoning salt over the top.

Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the garlic, jar of chili sauce, and brown sugar. Pour this mixture over the brisket in your crock pot. Add the beef bouillon cubes and water for extra richness and flavor.

Crock Pot Cooking Instructions

Step 3: Cover the crock pot with the lid. Cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or until the meat is tender and starts to fall apart.

Serving Tips

I like to thicken the liquid that the brisket cooked in and make a sauce to serve with the brisket. It's not really a traditional gravy, more like a thick barbecue/chili sauce that tastes delicious served over the brisket slices. 

Step 4: Once your brisket is cooked, remove it to a cutting board and cover it with foil to rest. Meanwhile, strain the liquid from the crock pot into a bowl using a fine sieve. Pour the strained liquid into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Let it boil for about five minutes, or until it reduces and thickens into a delicious sauce to serve over your perfectly cooked brisket.

Make it a Meal

Round out your delicious crock pot brisket with a selection of classic, comforting sides! Opt for creamy Homemade Mac and Cheese, decadent Twice Baked Potatoes loaded with toppings, or simple yet satisfying Company Mashed Potatoes  . Each of these dishes complements the rich brisket perfectly, creating a hearty and satisfying meal.

Storage Tips

Allow your leftover brisket to cool slightly before slicing or shredding it based on your preference for later use. Wrap the brisket tightly in plastic wrap followed by a layer of aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezing Tips

For longer-term storage, place the wrapped brisket in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2-3 months.

Thawing and Reheating Tips

Remember to save any leftover juices to add moisture when reheating. For best results, reheat your brisket slowly with added liquid (juices or broth) in the oven, on the stovetop, or even in the slow cooker.

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Crock Pot Brisket - Beth's Brisket Recipe

This recipe for Crock Pot Brisket is so special to my family. It was my sister-in-law's "secret" recipe that she finally shared with me a few years before she passed away suddenly.

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Course: Slow Cooker

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crock pot brisket

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours hours

Total Time: 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 329kcal

Author: Lois

Equipment

• Slow Cooker with Digital Timer
• Heinz Chili Sauce
• Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners

Ingredients

• 3 lb. fresh beef brisket not corned beef
• 1 tablespoon fresh garlic
• 12 ounces chili sauce Heinze Chili Sauce
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 beef bouillon cubes
• 1 cup water
• Seasoning salt

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Instructions

• Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray.
• Combine together the garlic, jar of chili sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl.
• Place the brisket in the bottom of your crock pot.
• Sprinkle with seasoning salt.
• Pour the chili sauce mixture on top of the brisket.
• Add the beef bouillon cubes along with the water.
• Cover and cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or until the meat is tender and starts to fall apart.

Notes

To Make Chili Sauce to serve over the brisket:

• Once the brisket is done cooking, remove it to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil to rest while you prepare the sauce.
• Pour the liquid from the crock pot through a fine sieve that's placed over a bowl.
• Then place the liquid in a saucepan on the stove and bring it to a boil; whisking every now and then so the mixture doesn't burn.
• Continue boiling until the liquid is reduced and thickened; about five minutes.
• You'll have a lovely thick sauce to serve over the brisket.  

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Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 948mg | Potassium: 735mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional estimates are provided using an online calculator and is an estimate per serving. Calorie accuracy isn't guaranteed.

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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2014 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!