Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Recipe (Chipotle-Style)
This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Recipe (Chipotle-Style) delivers fall-apart tender meat, bold smoky flavor, and easy hands-off cooking that works perfectly for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. The slow cooker does most of the work while brisket simmers in a rich chipotle broth with onion, garlic, and adobo sauce until it becomes shreddable and juicy.
Servings: 8
Calories: 289kcal
Equipment
- Slow cooker (6–7 quart)
- Cutting board
- Sharp chef’s knife
- Tongs
- Two forks (for shredding)
Ingredients
- 3 pound brisket flat
- 1 medium onion sliced into wedges
- 4 garlic cloves smashed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 to 3 chipotle peppers in adobo chopped
- 2 to 3 tablespoons adobo sauce from the can
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- cilantro for garnish optional
Instructions
- Add onion wedges and smashed garlic to the slow cooker.
- Place the brisket on top and season with salt, pepper, and cumin powder.
- Add chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Gently pour the beef broth around the edges.
- Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the brisket shreds easily.
- Shred the beef and mix it back into the juices. Add cilantro for garnish if desired.
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Notes
Cooking Notes
Brisket should cook until it shreds easily with a fork. If the meat feels firm, it likely needs more time in the slow cooker.
Tips for Best Results
- Cook the brisket until it becomes tender enough to shred easily.
- Leave a thin layer of fat on the brisket for flavor.
- Let the shredded beef soak in the sauce before serving.
- Allow the brisket to rest briefly before shredding.
Nutrition
Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1455mg | Potassium: 617mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 4mg
