Don’t own a slow cooker or a smoker? This recipe lets you enjoy juicy, tender brisket straight from the oven!
Slow-cooked or smoked brisket has long been my favorite meal made with beef. It might be a fatty part of the cow, but that doesn’t stop me from turning into a drooling mess when a pan of well-cooked brisket enters the room. If I know I’m getting brisket for lunch or dinner, I literally plan my day around the meal in delicious anticipation.
The only problem with my love of brisket is how expensive it is to buy already-cooked, and my unfortunate lack of a smoker has prevented me from trying it at home. (Smoked brisket is my favorite.) My slow cooker bit the dust last month, too, so a slow-cooker brisket is also off the table until I get around to shopping for a new one. What’s a girl to do with a big slab of beef? Throw it in the oven, perhaps!
This recipe will show you how to cook a brisket in the oven. That’s right, no special equipment required! Like other brisket cooking methods, you will need a substantial amount of time to cook a brisket properly in the oven, and you’ll need even more time to marinate it. But in the end, you’ll have a slab of perfectly seasoned moist brisket, ready to pair with your favorite sides. It’s well worth the time and effort!
Is Oven-Cooked Brisket Healthy?
It’s certainly not low in calories or fat, but brisket is an excellent source of nutrients like protein, iron, and B vitamins. This recipe is quite high in sodium, so if you’re limiting your sodium intake, it might be worth considering low-sodium beef broth and lite salt instead of regular salt. To make this dish leaner, I like to trim excess fat from the brisket before cooking it, but be careful not to trim off all the fat! As long as you enjoy brisket in moderation, it can be part of a healthy diet.
Overall, this recipe is low-carb and keto-friendly, and it’s free of dairy and gluten, too.
Why Go Low And Slow?
With a six-hour cooking time, it may be tempting to turn your oven up a few degrees. Don’t do it. You see, the secret to a perfectly tender brisket lies in cooking it low and slow. Cooking at 300°F allows the tough fibers in the brisket to break down. Will your brisket get done faster if the oven is hotter? Sure, but it won’t be nearly as tender. Plus, this long cooking time isn’t just about tenderizing the meat. Those six hours give your brisket plenty of time to infuse in a brothy bath of spices, resulting in juicy, flavorful cuts of meat. There’s truly no shortcut to perfect beef brisket.
How Do I Store Leftovers?
After cooking, be sure to let the brisket cool completely, then store it in a large, airtight container in the fridge with all its juices for up to 4 days. You can also freeze cooked brisket, sliced or in unsliced portions. Simply transfer it to freezer-safe containers or bags, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge before reheating in the oven or microwave.
Serving Suggestions
I think it’s pretty clear that you should serve some mashed potatoes with your brisket. You can go with a classic recipe, like these Garlic Mashed Potatoes, or go all out with these Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes.
Want something more nutritious? We also have a delicious Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Recipe, or you can serve up some simple Pan-Fried Broccoli, Air-Fryer Asparagus, or Cumin-Roasted Carrots on the side.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 5 pounds beef brisket, flat cut
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and dried thyme in a bowl to create the dry rub.
- Apply the dry rub generously on all sides of the brisket, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight to marinate.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F. Place the marinated brisket in a roasting pan and pour beef broth around it.
- Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 6 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
- Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing against the grain to serve.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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