Diet & Well-Being

Slow cooker brisket recipe for an easy autumn dinner

By CogMissionReviewed by Charmaine Shepherd in Updated 1 min read

Quick answer

Slow cooker brisket is made by placing a 1.25–1.5 kg brisket joint in a slow cooker with onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, chicken stock and water. Cover and cook on low to medium heat for 6–8 hours until tender, basting occasionally. It serves eight and is best served with sautéed greens and roasted peppers.

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Get this brisket in the slow cooker first thing in the morning so that by the evening your dinner is an absolute breeze. Perfect for busy family weekends
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Ingredients  

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1.25-1.5 kg joint of brisket
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup water

Method 

  1. Lightly coat the inside of a slow cooker with olive oil. Place the brisket in the bottom.
  2. Sprinkle the meat with the onion, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the chicken stock and water on top.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook until tender for 6–8 hours on low/
  5. medium heat, basting occasionally.
  6. Serve with large selection of sauteed greens and roasted peppers.

Notes

Serve with large selection of sauteed greens and roasted peppers.

Common questions

How long does brisket take in a slow cooker?

Brisket takes 6–8 hours, covered, on low to medium heat, until tender. Baste the meat occasionally. Putting it in the slow cooker first thing in the morning means dinner is ready by the evening.

What ingredients do you need for slow cooker brisket?

You need a 1.25–1.5 kg joint of brisket, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, a small diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, ½ teaspoon each of sea salt and black pepper, 2 cups of chicken stock and 1 cup of water.

What do you serve with slow cooker brisket?

Serve the brisket with a large selection of sautéed greens and roasted peppers. It makes eight servings as a main course, so it suits busy family weekends.

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