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Instant Pot Brisket will change how you cook brisket from now on. The pressure cooker makes it quick and easy while the meat is so tender with tons of flavor.
You are going to love how amazing the brisket turns out in the instant pot! This is truly a game changer and you will start making brisket all the time once you see how easy it is.
I used the Texas BBQ pre-marinated brisket from Aldi & used this recipe to “jazz” it up some. I shredded the meat & used it to make quesadillas. My family loved it!!
-Leslie
No need to spend hours to get just the perfect flavor. The pressure cooker does all the work in just minutes but the meat tastes like it was slow cooked to perfection. This meal will be a hit with everyone. If you want to make instant pot brisket keto, just be mindful of the bbq sauce and other sauces you add. Check out these other delicious recipes – Instant Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches and Instant Pot Chicken Thighs.
Ingredients
- Beef Brisket – Flat cut brisket is ideal for even cooking and slicing. Point cut is fattier and great for shredding
- Paprika – Check out Best Paprika Substitute if you are out
- Brown Sugar – If you are out, see The Best Brown Sugar Substitutes
- Worcestershire Sauce – See The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes
- Chili Powder – If you are out, see The Best Chili Powder Substitute
- Cumin – See Best Substitute for Cumin
- Beef Broth – If you are out, you can use water
- BBQ Sauce – You any brand or make Homemade BBQ Sauce
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How to Make Brisket in the Instant Pot
Step 1 – Place all the ingredients in the instant pot. In a small bowl combine the seasoning ingredients prior to adding to instant pot.
Step 2 – Add the lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
Step 3 – Cook on high pressure for 75 minutes in the electric pressure cooker.
Step 4 – After the cook time, allow the pressure to release naturally 15 minutes. Then do a quick release to release the remaining pressure from the Instant Pot by moving the valve from the sealing to the venting position. Then select the cancel button.
Step 5 – Shred and Serve – Then shred the flat cut brisket with two forks or slice against the grain and it’s ready to serve on a platter. We like to pour or spoon more BBQ Sauce for even more flavor on top of the brisket.
Instant Pot Brisket
Ingredients
- 4 lbs beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoons Chili Powder
- 2 tsp Cumin
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in the instant pot.
- Add the lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
- Cook on high pressure for 75 minutes.
- After the cook time, allow the pressure to release naturally 15 minutes. Then do a quick release to release the remaining pressure from the Instant Pot by moving the valve from the sealing to the venting position.
- Then shred the brisket and it's ready to serve!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
- Trim the fat – We recommend trimming the fat around the brisket before adding to the instant pot.
- Brown the Brisket – If you prefer, you can brown your brisket in the instant pot or in a skillet on your stove. You may need to cut the brisket to fit in your instant pot.
- Cook the Brisket the right time – Use the cooking chart, based on the size of brisket that you purchased.
- 2 – 3 pound Brisket – 60 minutes on high pressure
- 4 – 5 pound Brisket – 75 minutes on high pressure
- 6 – 7 pound Brisket – 90 minutes on high pressure
Nutrition Facts
What to Serve with Pressure Cooker Brisket?
There are many options to serve with this recipe. I really love serving this brisket sandwich with coleslaw.
It’s also great to serve with a delicious pasta salad for those summer barbecues.
Also, this crock pot brisket sandwich recipe is great to serve with your favorite vegetable side dish. I hope you try these delicious grilled vegetable foil packets with onions, broccoli and carrots. The vegetables taste amazing and there are no dishes so this is a win-win side dish!
See What to Serve with Brisket for more easy side dish recipes.
How to Serve BBQ Brisket
There are many different ways to leftover BBQ Brisket. Here are some of our favorite ways to use for a second meal.
- BBQ Brisket Sandwiches
- Brisket Quesadilla
- BBQ Brisket Bake Potato
We like to shred our BBQ brisket, you can also slice the brisket once it is done cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can easily make this recipe in the crock pot. Crock Pot Brisket is a great way to cook a brisket but it does take longer than in the instant pot.
Once your brisket is done, you can either slice it or shred it to serve.
Yes, this is the perfect recipe to make ahead of time. We actually think it taste better the next day as the flavors marinate together while it stores.
Storing leftover brisket is easy to do. Simply place brisket and any liquid and gravy in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. The brisket will stay good for up to 3 days.
To freeze the brisket, make sure you wrap the brisket with saran wrap first. Then, place in a freezer storage safe container. If brisket is stored with the gravy or sauce, it will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw in the fridge when ready to reheat.
How to Reheat Brisket
There are multiple ways to reheat fork tender brisket. The best ways on How to Reheat Brisket are – the oven, simmer on the stove top over medium heat, crock pot or on the grill.
Do not reheat in brisket in the microwave. It will dry out your meat and the microwave pulls all the moisture out of your flavorful meat.
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Your recipe calls for 90 m for a 4lb brisket but the recommendations below say 75 min for 4lb? What do you recommend for 2lb brisket
So sorry for the confusion! I would cook a 2 pound brisket on high pressure for 55 minutes with a 15 minute natural release.
I used the Texas BBQ pre-marinated brisket from Aldi & used this recipe to “jazz” it up some. I shredded the meat & used it to make quesadillas. My family loved it!!
Leslie – Yum! That sounds delicious! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe and that it worked with the pre-marinated brisket as well.
Absolutely delicious! First time making brisket and I’m so happy I used this recipe. Cooked it from frozen and it temped perfect. I used hickory smoked BBQ sauce. My only issue was pulling apart the center, but I imagine that was because it was frozen.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it – Thank you for sharing!
Did you cook the brisket for 90 min for 4lb brisket?
Yes, I cook 4 pounds of brisket on high pressure for 90 minutes with a 15 minute natural release before doing a quick release on the instant pot.
What about a precooked brisket?? I got one that’s not seasoned yet n wasn’t sure how to make it. Would this recipe still work with just a lot less time in the fryer??
I have tested that yet but if I tried it, I would start with just 5 minutes in the instant pot for all the flavors to combine and to make sure that the brisket is shreddable since it’s already cooked through.
If I have a smaller Brisket, do I adjust the time?
Yes, a smaller brisket would not take as long to cook through, so adjust the cooking time based on the size of your brisket.
Oh how nice you actually reply to these . I wouldn’t count this as a rating really . But a comment . I generally look at several recipes before actually cooking . Most of them added onion and garlic . Since I had to go to Krogers for a few things I bought onions . So I did add onion and fresh garlic. And many used the spices as a rub . Which I did not do . Oh and I put the cooked brisket on baked potatoes with shredded cheese, butter and sour cream and parsley .
Thanks so much for commenting! I love hearing how others are making my recipes. Enjoy!
Wow! Just sliced up my brisket that I cooked in our Instapot. It was great! Frozen solid I simply put it into the pot, added the ingredients per the recipe, added 15 minutes for good measure and closed the lid. Turned out more tasty and tender than the one I tried in my Big Green Egg. You won’t be disappointed—?
Made with a 1.75 lb brisket and still came out great! Just halved most of the ingredients. I used a home made, sweet and tangy, nightshade- free bbq sauce, and substituted coco aminos for worchestire sauce. I’m AIP, so just saying this was good. Next time, I’ll try to get the full amount of brisket and cook for more people! Great experience
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing!
Any suggestions would be appriciated. My brisket is 5.5lbs flat cut, and almost defrosted. I was thinking about making some homemade BBQ it has most of the same seasoning that this recipe calls for. Looking forward to your comments and suggestions!!
Thanks,
Amanda
Amanda – I would still add in the other seasonings with your homemade barbecue sauce. Also, I think the 90 minutes in the instant pot will work great with the 5 pound brisket. Once it’s done, if the brisket is not shreddable, I would reseal and cook in 10 minute increments from there until it’s the texture that you prefer. Thank you!
I’m trying this recipe tonight. I will let y’all know how it turns out, including pictures!!
Thanks Amanda! I hope you enjoyed it!
I have the same question. How much longer do I cook it in the instant pot if it is frozen?
I would add 10 minutes to the cook time if the meat is frozen.
If my brisket is frozen, how much longer do I need to cook it? Recipe looks great and easy too. Thx 🙂