Slow-Simmered Beef Brisket with Smoky Rub

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-15 · Updated 2026-04-15

Tender beef brisket slow-cooked with a smoky spice rub and aromatic vegetables for a deeply flavorful meal. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 270 minutes pairs Beef brisket (flat cut), Smoked paprika, Garlic powder 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 (flat cut)
• 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Onion powder
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 large Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 2 Carrot
• 2 stalks Celery
• 2 Thyme sprigs
• 1 Bay leaf

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1.5 tsp salt to create a rub.
2. Step 2: Pat 3 lbs beef brisket dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire surface.
3. Step 3: Place 1 large chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 sliced carrots, and 2 sliced celery stalks in the bottom of a roasting pan, then place the rubbed brisket on top.
4. Step 4: Pour 2 cups beef broth around the brisket, then add 2 thyme sprigs and 1 bay leaf.
5. Step 5: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 325°F for 4 hours, until the brisket is tender enough to be pierced easily with a fork.
6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing against the grain.