The Best Easy Smoked Brisket Recipe Ever

Step 1

When ready to cook, start the Traeger grill on Smoke (Super Smoke for the Timberline grill) with the lid open until the fire is established (4 to 5 minutes).

Step 2

Set the temperature to 225 degrees F and preheat, lid closed, for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili pepper, kosher salt and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 4

Season brisket on all sides.

Step 5

Place brisket, fat side down on grill grate.

Step 6

Cook brisket until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees (about 3-4 hours).

Step 7

When brisket reaches internal temperature of 160 degrees F, remove from grill.

Step 8

Double wrap meat in aluminum foil and add the beef broth to the foil packet.

Step 9

Return brisket to grill and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 204 degrees F (about 3 hours more).

Step 10

Once finished, remove from grill, unwrap from foil and let rest for 15 minutes.

Step 11

Cut against the grain and serve. Enjoy!

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