Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

6 servings
This fabulously easy Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe takes just minutes of work with phenomenal results! Incredibly tender corned beef and flavorful vegetables make for a hearty, delicious dinner any night of the week!

Ingredients

  • 3 to 5 pound corned beef brisket

    with spice packet

  • 1 onion

    cut into quarters

  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic

    crushed

  • 2 to 3 large carrots)

    peeled and chopped into 2 inch pieces (or use baby carrots

  • 1 pound creamer potatoes

    or larger potatoes halved or quartered

  • 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

    or beef broth

  • 1 small green cabbage

    quartered or half of a larger cabbage cut into wedges

  • 5 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 to 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

    chopped

Directions

  1. 1

    Spray a 6 to 7 quarter slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Carefully remove the corned beef from it's packaging and set spice packet aside (we will be using that later). Pat corned beef dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Place onion quarters or pieces in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the corned beef (fat side up) on top of the onions and then sprinkle with the contents of the spice packet (that came with the corned beef).

  3. 3

    Put the bay leaves and crushed garlic on top of the corned beef. Add the potatoes and carrots to the slow cooker placing them around the corned beef.

  4. 4

    Carefully add the chicken (or beef) broth, pouring over the top of the vegetables.

  5. 5

    Cook on low for 6 hours.

  6. 6

    Add the cabbage wedges to the slow cooker and continue cooking on low for another 2 to 3 hours or until the corned beef is tender.

  7. 7

    Gently remove the corned beef from the slow cooker and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

  8. 8

    Add the butter, parsley and garlic to a small bowl. Melt in the microwave in 20 second increments on medium power, stirring in between, until the butter is fully melted. Drizzle or brush on the veggies and corned beef if desired.

Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply satisfying, home-cooked meal that practically makes itself? This Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe delivers unbelievably tender corned beef and richly flavored vegetables, all with minimal effort on your part.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe shines because it harnesses the power of the slow cooker to transform a humble brisket into a fork-tender masterpiece. The long, gentle cooking time breaks down tough fibers in the corned beef, ensuring every bite is succulent. Plus, it’s a fantastically easy, hands-off approach that yields phenomenal results, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend.

What to Expect

You can look forward to incredibly tender corned beef that practically melts in your mouth, infused with aromatic spices from the included packet and bay leaves. Alongside, you’ll find perfectly cooked carrots and potatoes, soft yet retaining their shape, and tender green cabbage wedges that absorb all the savory broth. A generous finishing touch of garlic and fresh parsley butter adds a vibrant pop of flavor and aroma, elevating this hearty dish beyond the everyday. It’s a truly comforting and delicious dinner experience.

Customization & Variations

This versatile dish allows for easy adjustments to suit your pantry or preference. Feel free to swap low-sodium chicken broth for beef broth to alter the depth of flavor. You can use baby carrots instead of chopping larger ones, or opt for larger potatoes halved or quartered if creamer potatoes aren't available. Don't be shy about adjusting the amount of fresh parsley or minced garlic in the finishing butter to your taste.

Serving & Context

This Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage is a complete, hearty meal perfect for a family dinner any night of the week. Serve it simply in a deep bowl, perhaps with a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth. Its comforting nature makes it especially welcome on cooler evenings.

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