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Slow Cooker Poor Man Brisket 4-Ingredient

Slow Cooker Poor Man Brisket 4-Ingredient Magic for Less

Enjoy the savory and budget-friendly Slow Cooker Poor Man Brisket with just 4 ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3-4 pounds Beef Chuck Roast A well-marbled cut is essential for tenderness.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Slice thinly.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce Use your favorite variety.
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Prepare the Foil: Place a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Layer the Onions: Slice the yellow onion into half-moons and layer them evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Add the Roast: Place the beef chuck roast over the sliced onions, keeping most fat caps.
  4. Mix the Sauces: Combine the barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce, then coat the roast.
  5. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW. Cook for 8-10 hours, checking smaller roasts at 7 hours.
  6. Transfer and Prepare to Broil: Move the roast to the baking sheet and pile onions on top.
  7. Broil for Crispy Goodness: Preheat the oven broiler, brush the roast with juices, and broil for 3-6 minutes.
  8. Let it Rest: Allow the brisket to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve topped with fresh herbs for added flavor.

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