Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket with Smoked Paprika and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A rich, tender beef brisket slow-cooked with smoky paprika and garlic, perfect for comforting meals with deep, hearty flavor. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 500 minutes, pairs beef brisket, smoked paprika, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef brisket
• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 5 minced garlic cloves
• 1 large, sliced onion
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 3 lbs beef brisket evenly with 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 5 minced garlic cloves, massaging the spices into the meat.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the brisket on all sides for about 4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
3. Step 3: Transfer the brisket to a slow cooker and scatter 1 large sliced onion on top. Pour in 2 cups beef broth to cover the base.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8 hours or until the brisket is fork-tender and pulls apart easily.
5. Step 5: Remove brisket and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve with softened onions and pan juices.