Grilled North Dallas BBQ Brisket with Spicy Chipotle Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Smoky beef brisket rubbed with a spicy chipotle blend, slow-grilled to tender perfection, inspired by flavors from North Dallas BBQ traditions. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 340 minutes, pairs beef brisket, chipotle chili powder, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 300 min Serves 8 American cuisine 450 cal/serving

Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

3 lbs beef brisket
2 tbsp chipotle chili powder
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water

Know when the beef is done: thermometers under $100 → Best Instant-Read Thermometers for 2026: Fast, Accurate Picks Under $100

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to make the rub.
Step 2: Pat dry 3 lbs beef brisket and rub all sides evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then coat thoroughly with the chipotle rub. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat your grill to indirect heat at 225°F. Place the brisket fat side up on the cooler side of the grill, close the lid, and smoke for 3 hours.
Step 4: After 3 hours, mix 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar with 1/2 cup water and spray the brisket every 45 minutes to keep it moist while grilling.
Step 5: Continue grilling until internal temperature reaches 195°F, about 4-5 hours total. Remove from grill and let rest for 30 minutes before slicing against the grain.