Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket (w/ Cabbage & Potatoes!)

Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket (w/ Cabbage & Potatoes!)

6 servings
Say good-bye to tough, dry corned beef and hello to this incredibly simple to prepare, deliciously fork-tender Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket. A hearty and filling meal that includes potatoes and cabbage cooked all-in-one pot, you'll love how easy it is to make corned beef in the slow cooker!

Ingredients

  • 1 3-4 pound corned beef brisket

    fat trimmed to ¼ inch

  • 1 tablespoon pickling spice

    or pickling spice packet

  • 10 medium red or yellow waxy potatoes

    halved

  • 10 medium carrots

    halved lengthwise

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 small head green cabbage

    about 1-pound, cored and cut into wedges

  • 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large 6-quart slow cooker, arrange the potatoes in an even layer. Coat the brisket evenly with the pickling spice, then place on top of the potatoes, fat side up. Add the water. It should come to just the top of the beef, but not submerge it.

  2. 2

    Cover and cook until the beef is very tender, about 7 to 8 hours on low or 5 to 6 hours on high. Do not remove the lid during the cook time other than to add the remaining vegetables.

  3. 3

    Uncover, add the cabbage and carrots on top of the beef, then recover and cook an additional 2 to 3 hours on low or 1 to 2 on high, or until the veggies are tender and a fork slips easily in and out of the meat.

  4. 4

    Turn off the slow cooker. Transfer the beef to a cutting board, allowing to rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain into ½-inch thick slices. Serve with the cooked potatoes, carrots, and cabbage, dotting with butter if desired.

Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket (w/ Cabbage & Potatoes!)

Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket (w/ Cabbage & Potatoes!)

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About this Recipe

Tired of dry, tough corned beef? Imagine a perfectly tender, melt-in-your-mouth brisket that practically cooks itself. This Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket (w/ Cabbage & Potatoes!) recipe promises just that, bringing a truly comforting meal to your table with minimal effort.

The magic of the slow cooker transforms a traditionally stubborn cut into an incredibly fork-tender masterpiece. This recipe shines because everything—the flavorful brisket, hearty potatoes, and tender cabbage—cooks together in one pot, infusing every component with savory goodness while keeping cleanup a breeze. Say goodbye to juggling multiple pans and hello to a simple, satisfying dinner.

You're in for a treat with this slow-cooked delight. The corned beef brisket will emerge unbelievably tender, easily shredding or slicing with just a fork. The red or yellow waxy potatoes and carrots become wonderfully soft, having absorbed all the rich flavors from the beef and pickling spice. Finally, the cabbage wedges turn sweet and yielding, perfectly complementing the robust meat. It’s a hearty, filling, and deeply satisfying meal that tastes like it took all day to make, but was surprisingly hands-off.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to experiment with your favorite root vegetables; sweet potatoes could offer a touch of sweetness, or parsnips for a slightly different earthy note instead of carrots. For a lighter touch, you could omit the butter, though it does add a lovely richness to the cooked cabbage. If you prefer a leaner brisket, you can trim the fat even more aggressively before cooking.

Serving & Context

This robust Slow Cooker Corned Beef Brisket is a complete meal on its own, ideal for a comforting family dinner on a chilly evening or a special occasion that calls for a truly satisfying centerpiece. Serve it straight from the slow cooker, allowing everyone to enjoy the warmth and aroma.

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