Smoked Brisket Recipe

A smoked brisket recipe is the ultimate barbecue classic, delivering rich smoky flavor and incredibly tender meat. This slow-cooked brisket is coated with a bold seasoning rub, smoked low and slow, then finished with beef broth for maximum juiciness. Perfect for cookouts, family gatherings, or special occasions, this brisket is sure to impress every barbecue lover. Discover more flavorful recipes like Smoked Brisket Recipe right here.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons chile powder
• 1/3 cup kosher salt
• 1/3 cup coarse ground black pepper, divided
• 1 (12-14 lb) whole packer brisket, trimmed
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth

Directions

• Preheat the smoker or pellet grill to 225°F (107°C). If available, enable the Super Smoke setting for extra flavor.
• In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chile powder, kosher salt, and part of the coarse black pepper to create the rub.
• Coat the brisket evenly on all sides with the seasoning mixture.
• Place the brisket on the grill grate with the fat side facing down.
• Smoke until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), about 5 to 6 hours.
• Remove the brisket from the smoker.
• Double-wrap the brisket tightly in aluminum foil and pour the beef broth into the foil packet.
• Return the wrapped brisket to the smoker.
• Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 204°F (96°C), approximately 3 more hours.
• Remove the brisket from the smoker and carefully unwrap it.
• Let the brisket rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
• Slice against the grain and serve.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 9 hours
• Total Time: 9 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Yield: 8 servings