Smoky Texas-Style Beef Brisket with Chipotle Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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A tender, slow-smoked beef brisket infused with smoky chipotle and traditional Texas spices, perfect for a hearty family meal. This American-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 520 minutes, pairs beef brisket, chipotle chili powder, paprika 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: 480 min Serves 8 American cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C). In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tsp ground black pepper, 2 tbsp kosher salt, and 1 tbsp brown sugar to make the rub.
Step 2: Rub 4 lbs beef brisket evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then generously coat with the spice rub, ensuring all sides are covered. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker grate. Maintain the temperature at 225°F, adding wood chips for smoke. Smoke the brisket for about 6-8 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 195°F, spritzing every hour with a mixture of 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar and 1/2 cup water to keep it moist.
Step 4: Once done, wrap the brisket in foil and let it rest for at least 1 hour before slicing against the grain into thin slices. Serve with your favorite barbecue sides.