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Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

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Seo Optimized Description: This easy slow cooker corned beef and cabbage recipe delivers a tender and flavorful classic Irish dish. With simple ingredients like corned beef, carrots, potatoes, onions, and cabbage, all cooked in a rich broth, it's perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner. This hands-off recipe ensures you get the most tender, juicy corned beef every time.

Ingredients

  • 3 lb corned beef brisket
  • 1 tbsp pickling spice
  • 4 carrots, peeled & sliced
  • 12 baby red potatoes, halved
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 small green cabbage, cut into 6 wedges

Instructions

  • Sprinkle pickling spice over the brisket and press it in.
  • Place potatoes, carrots, onion, bay leaf, and thyme in the slow cooker.
  • Add the brisket on top and pour in water.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
  • Add cabbage and cook for an additional hour, or until the cabbage is tender.
  • Let the brisket rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Notes

  • For a non-alcoholic version, skip the water and use broth.
  • You can add parsnips or turnips for a twist on the veggie mix.
  • Use a pressure cooker to reduce cooking time to about 90 minutes under high pressure.