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Learn How to Reheat Brisket different ways so you can reuse it in different recipes. This juicy and tender meat is so good leftover. These steps will help you keep this meat from drying out.

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Smoked Beef Brisket is one of our favorite cuts of meat to cook and makes the best main dish recipe. It is best to cook long and slow and it is so worth the effort. When cooked properly, the brisket comes out so full of flavor, tender and juicy.

Brisket is the one meat, that always makes a lot. So we are always reheating it to use for leftovers. We have tried many reheating methods these are our favorites.

These methods will help the Brisket stay fresh and not dried out. It is almost as good as the day you made it.

How to Reheat Brisket Without Drying it out

To prevent your Brisket from drying out, it is important to store it properly. After you have finished serving your brisket, let the slice brisket soak up any remaining juices. This helps keep the Brisket tender.

These methods will give you tips on heating the brisket up in the oven, on the grill, in the slow cooker and even in the microwave. You can even heat it up using the sous vide method using a water bath on the stovetop.

How to Reheat Brisket in the Oven

Reheating Brisket in the oven is a great option for your leftovers. Brisket is a tender meat that doesn’t need to be heated with high heat.

  • Start by Preheating oven at low temperature at 325 degrees. If your oven is to hight, it will make your meat tough and chewy.
  • Place brisket on a baking dish while the oven is preheating and let it cool to room temperature before placing in the oven. You want the brisket to heat evenly, so you don’t want to put cold brisket in the oven.
  • If you have saved any of your cooking juices from the brisket drippings, pour it on the brisket in baking pan before placing in the oven. If you did not save any, you can use beef broth.
  • Cover brisket with double foil and make sure it is sealed on the pan.
  • Place slices of brisket in the oven.
  • For a whole brisket it will take about an hour to reheat. If it is sliced, it will reheat in about 20-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Sliced cooked brisket on a white platter topped with gravy and fresh herbs with a side of carrots and onions

Reheating Brisket on the Grill

Using the smoker or grill to reheat your brisket is also a great method and it is similar to using the oven. It just takes less time on the grill.

  • If your meat is frozen, make sure to defrost.
  • Preheat your grill to 225 degrees or medium heat if using a gas grill.
  • When heating on grill, wrap the brisket in foil and place on the preheated grill on the area that you do not have the burners on.
  • Once your brisket is warm, you can unwrap it and place on the heated side to finish heating. This takes about 5 minutes.
  • If your brisket is slice, just leave in the wrapped foil, and heat. Your brisket will come out perfectly heated.

How to Reheat in the Crock Pot

Reheating Brisket in the Crock Pot is a great method. It is a great method to prevent your meat from drying out.

  • Let your brisket get to room temperature.
  • Place brisket in the crock pot. If the size of your brisket is to large, slice brisket and then place in crock pot then cover with a lid.
  • Set the juices aside that were reserved.
  • Set crock pot on low and reheat for about 4 hours.
  • Once it has been reheated, remove from crock pot and place in aluminum foil and pour juices or beef broth on top of brisket.

How to Use Leftover Brisket

There are many ways to use leftover brisket. You can serve it again with some BBQ sauce and sides. Here are some of our favorite ways to cook once, eat twice options:

  • Make a Brisket Sandwich – Get some of your favorite hoagies, top with brisket and slice cheese. Roast in the oven for an amazing, cheesy sandwich.
  • Shed for breakfast – Take shredded brisket and place in a pan with some eggs and have an amazing breakfast.
  • Brisket Tacos – We love making brisket tacos. We wrap the brisket in a tortilla and top with lettuce, cheese and avocado.
Pulled pork sandwich with sliced red onions on a bun, set on a dark slate surface. Its tender texture might remind you of a Crock Pot Brisket Sandwich Recipe. Chips and a yellow cloth can be seen in the blurry background.

How to Store Brisket

When you are ready to store your leftovers, you can freeze or store in the refrigerators. Follow these steps, for the best method.

  • If you plan on reusing the leftover within a week, then place sliced room temperature brisket in an airtight container with the liquid. Place in the refrigerator. Serve the brisket in one of your favorite leftover recipes.
  • Freezing brisket is easy to do. We recommend if you are freezing the brisket, to freeze it as a whole brisket. This keeps the moisture and juices inside, and it prevents contamination. It does take up more space in the freezer and reheating takes longer, but it will be worth it for your family.

If you have a food saver to vacuum seal bag the brisket, then that is the way to go. But if not, wrap in plastic wrap and then foil. Place in a freezer storage safe bag and it should lock in all the moisture.

What to Serve with Brisket

Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Times Can You Reheat Brisket?

We recommend only reheating once as it could dry out the brisket if you reheat too many times.

Can You Freeze Brisket after Reheating?

For the best texture and quality of the meat, we recommend only freezing after cooking. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve.

Can you Microwave Leftovers?

We do not recommend microwaving leftover brisket. The result of microwaved brisket is that it tends to dry out the meat. The microwave pulls out all the moisture from the meat, which results in dry, chewy, and not tasty meat.
You may think this that is a quick, but is not the best option. But I would stick with the oven or the grill.

Three corn tortillas filled with slow cooker brisket, garnished with chopped cilantro and crumbled cheese. Slices of jalapeño are visible in the foreground, and a blurry background features a kitchen appliance.

Try One of our Brisket Recipes

These Brisket Recipes are perfect for your next barbecues or a weeknight meal. Save your leftovers so you can easily reheat the brisket to serve in another meal.

1. Crock Pot Beef Brisket Recipe

Let the slow cooker do all the work and cook brisket in the crockpot. You can even top with butter for even more flavor.

Crock Pot Beef Brisket Recipe
Learn how to make Crock Pot Brisket Recipe that is so tender it falls apart. The flavor from being slow cooked all day is amazing and the recipe is so easy.
Crock Pot Beef Brisket Recipe

2. Crock Pot Brisket Sandwich Recipe

This is the perfect recipe to make for a crowd and is loaded with smoky flavor! Drizzle with barbecue sauce for a delicious meal idea.

Crock pot Brisket Sandwich Recipe
You are going to love this crock pot brisket sandwich recipe. I hope you try this quick and easy slow cooker chopped brisket recipe today!
Crock pot Brisket Sandwich Recipe

3. Instant Pot Brisket

For a quick and easy way to make Brisket, cook in the instant pot.

Instant Pot Brisket
Instant Pot BBQ Brisket will change how you cook brisket. Pressure cooking is quick and easy while the meat is so tender with tons of flavor.
Instant Pot Brisket

4. Slow Cooker Red Wine Beef Brisket

This brisket cooks so tender and juiciness in the slow cooker with a delicious red wine sauce. Let brisket rest before slicing then it is ready to serve.

Slow Cooker Red Wine Beef Brisket
Slow cooker red wine beef brisket recipe is easy to make and so tender and delicious. Lots of veggies and a delicious broth make this a tasty dinner idea.
Slow Cooker Red Wine Beef Brisket

5. Slow Cooker Brisket Tacos Recipe

Brisket Tacos make a great meal and even better with your favorite toppings.

Slow Cooker Brisket Tacos Recipe
These Mexican brisket crock pot tacos are perfect for a quick dinner or your next party. These slow cooker brisket tacos are a quick and easy dinner recipe.
Slow Cooker Brisket Tacos Recipe

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How to Reheat Brisket

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Learn How to Reheat Brisket different ways so you can reuse it in different recipes. This juicy and tender meat is so good leftover.
Prep Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 469

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Start by Preheating oven to 325 degrees. If your oven is to how, it will make your meat tough and chewy.
  • Place brisket on a baking sheet while the oven is preheating and let it cool to room temperature before placing in the oven. You want the brisket to heat evenly, so you don’t want to put cold brisket in the oven.
  • If you have saved any of your juices from cooking the brisket, pour it on the brisket before placing in the oven. If you did not save any, you can use beef broth.
  • Cover brisket with double foil and make sure it is sealed on the pan.
  • Place brisket in the oven.
  • For a whole brisket it will take about an hour to reheat. If it is sliced, it will reheat in about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 469kcal, Protein 63g, Fat 22g, Saturated Fat 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 10g, Cholesterol 187mg, Sodium 239mg, Potassium 998mg, Calcium 15mg, Iron 6mg

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