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Oven Baked BBQ Brisket

Oven Baked BBQ Brisket Recipe
Juicy, smoky, and tender brisket cooked low and slow in the oven with BBQ sauce. Perfect for a special weekend meal, no grill or smoker needed.
Amanda
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Serving Size 8 servings

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp carving knife
  • small bowl
  • Basting brush
  • cutting board

Ingredients

  • 4-5 lb beef brisket
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp liquid smoke
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 0.5 cup beef broth or water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Mix salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
  • Rub spice mix all over the brisket.
  • Set brisket in roasting pan, fat side up.
  • Pour broth and liquid smoke into bottom of pan.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 3–4 hours, until tender.
  • Take off foil, brush with BBQ sauce, and bake uncovered for another 30–45 minutes.
  • Let brisket rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Notes

Slice brisket against the grain for best tenderness. Let meat rest before slicing to retain juices. Add extra liquid smoke or more BBQ sauce for a bolder flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Protein: 34g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 940mg