Crock Pot Beef Brisket Sandwiches

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with these irresistibly tender Crock Pot Beef Brisket Sandwiches! Slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe transforms a 3-pound beef brisket into a flavorful masterpiece, infused with a savory blend of paprika, brown sugar, and chili powder. The brisket is simmered alongside aromatic onions, garlic, beef broth, and barbecue sauce for 8–10 hours, creating melt-in-your-mouth meat that's rich with smoky-sweet goodness. Served on buttery toasted buns and customizable with toppings like tangy coleslaw, crunchy pickles, or sliced onions, these sandwiches are perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day gatherings, or a casual family meal. With minimal prep time and the ease of a slow cooker, this recipe ensures maximum flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef brisket
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 6 pieces buns or sandwich rolls
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0 optional toppings (pickles, coleslaw, sliced onions)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the beef brisket and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Rub the mixture generously all over the brisket.

Step 3

Slice the yellow onion into thick rings and place them in the bottom of the Crock Pot as a flavorful base.

Step 4

Peel and smash the garlic cloves, then scatter them over the onions.

Step 5

Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onion and garlic layer in the Crock Pot.

Step 6

Pour the beef broth and barbecue sauce over the brisket, ensuring even coverage.

Step 7

Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender and easily shreddable.

Step 8

Once cooked, carefully remove the brisket from the Crock Pot and place it on a cutting board. Shred the meat using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded brisket to the Crock Pot and mix it with the juices to keep it moist and flavorful.

Step 10

Toast the buns or sandwich rolls with a little butter on a skillet or in a toaster oven until golden brown.

Step 11

Assemble the sandwiches by piling the shredded brisket onto the toasted buns. Add optional toppings such as pickles, coleslaw, or sliced onions if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Crock Pot Beef Brisket Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2429.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4861.7

Total Fat 201.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g
Cholesterol 1344.9mg	0%
Sodium 13074.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 133.5g
Protein 433.1g	0%

Vitamin D 113.3IU	0%
Calcium 583.3mg	0%
Iron 51.6mg	0%
Potassium 5443.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 25.6%