Slow-Cooker Brisket and Onions

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Slow-Cooker Brisket and Onions
370 min.
6
494kcal

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Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that's not only easy to make but also packed with flavors and nutrients? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Brisket and Onions recipe! This dish is not only a fantastic main course for lunch or dinner, but it's also incredibly healthy, boasting a impressive Recipe Health Score of 59. Plus, it's perfect for those following a gluten-free, dairy-free diet, as it accommodates both restrictions effortlessly.

With a preparation time of 370 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those busy days when you need a meal that can cook itself. And with six generous servings, it's great for feeding a hungry family or hosting a small gathering. Each serving comes in at a reasonable 494 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this recipe is the 4-pound first cut of beef brisket, which becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender after slow cooking with a combination of thinly sliced yellow onions, smashed garlic cloves, and a savory low-sodium chicken broth. The result? A rich, flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the dish. And don't forget the final sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and an extra burst of freshness.

This Slow-Cooker Brisket and Onions is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So why not give it a try and discover a new favorite today?

Ingredients

  • large onion yellow thinly sliced
  •  garlic clove peeled smashed
  • pounds brisket trimmed
  • serving coarse mustard 
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped for serving

Equipment

  • oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine onion and garlic. Season brisket with salt and pepper and place, fat side up, in slow cooker.
  2. Add broth. Cover and cook on high until brisket is fork-tender, about 6 hours.
  3. Remove brisket and thinly slice against the grain.
  4. Serve with onion and some cooking liquid; sprinkle with parsley.
  5. If you make this ahead of time, cover and refrigerate brisket in cooking liquid, up to 1 week. Reheat in a 300-degree oven.

Nutrition Facts

Calories494kcal
Protein53.98%
Fat42.89%
Carbs3.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.17
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
29.303913209749%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
5.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:493.78kcal
24.69%
Fat:22.83g
35.12%
Saturated Fat:7.99g
49.93%
Carbohydrates:3.74g
1.25%
Net Carbohydrates:3.21g
1.17%
Sugar:1.2g
1.33%
Cholesterol:187.48mg
62.49%
Sodium:273.58mg
11.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:64.64g
129.29%
Vitamin B12:7.43µg
123.78%
Zinc:13.19mg
87.9%
Selenium:50.14µg
71.63%
Vitamin B6:1.32mg
66.11%
Vitamin B3:13.05mg
65.25%
Phosphorus:641.87mg
64.19%
Iron:6.14mg
34.09%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.2%
Potassium:1114.7mg
31.85%
Vitamin K:25.93µg
24.69%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.24%
Magnesium:74.15mg
18.54%
Copper:0.3mg
14.87%
Vitamin B5:1.1mg
11.03%
Folate:28.03µg
7.01%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.58%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.85%
Vitamin C:3.94mg
4.77%
Calcium:28.19mg
2.82%
Vitamin A:113.5IU
2.27%
Fiber:0.53g
2.1%