If you have leftover brisket from a big barbecue or holiday meal, don’t let it go to waste! Leftover brisket is a versatile ingredient that can transform into comforting casseroles, creative appetizers, or even elegant dishes. Whether you’re hosting game day, a family dinner, or looking for quick weeknight meals, these recipes will inspire you to make the most of your smoky leftovers.
Here’s a roundup of incredible recipes to elevate your leftover brisket into mouthwatering dishes.
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Texas Style Leftover Brisket Kolaches
Turn your brisket into a Texas favorite with these savory kolaches. The soft, yeasted dough stuffed with smoky brisket is perfect for brunch, snacks, or even holiday breakfasts. These kolaches are a delicious nod to traditional flavors with a brisket twist.
Texas Style Leftover Brisket Kolaches
Put your leftover brisket to good use with these homemade Texas kolaches (klobasnek), which are yeasted dough stuffed with savory fillings.
Grilled Cheese with Leftover Smoked Brisket on Garlic Toast
Take your grilled cheese to the next level with leftover brisket and Texas toast garlic bread. Packed with sharp cheddar and smoky meat, this sandwich is indulgent and satisfying. Perfect for a quick lunch or comfort-filled dinner.
Grilled Cheese with Leftover Smoked Brisket on Garlic Toast
Leftover brisket is always a plus when it comes to making a variety of different meals. This grilled cheese is loaded with leftover chopped BBQ brisket, sharp cheddar, and is made with Texas toast garlic toast. An absolutely delicious leftover brisket recipe the whole family will love.
This cheesy, creamy casserole combines brisket with crispy tater tots for the ultimate comfort food. It’s great for feeding a crowd or enjoying a hearty weeknight dinner. The smoky brisket flavor adds a unique touch to this nostalgic dish.
Brisket Tater Tot Casserole
Brisket Tater Tot Casserole is the perfect recipe for using leftover smoked brisket in a cheesy, creamy casserole topped with crispy tots!
These brisket taquitos are a crunchy and flavorful way to enjoy your leftovers. Filled with peppers, onions, and tender brisket, they’re perfect as a snack, appetizer, or casual dinner. Serve with guacamole or salsa for extra flair.
Leftover Smoked Brisket Taquitos
Need some leftover brisket recipes? Try mixing it up with these delicious brisket taquitos stuffed with peppers and onions. Delish!
Spice up your dinner with this brisket fried rice, loaded with jalapeños and aromatic flavors. It’s a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings when you want something hearty and flavorful.
Texas-Style Leftover Brisket Fried Rice
Repurpose your leftover brisket in style with this spicy jalapeño brisket fried rice. It takes about 20 minutes and just one pan!
This brisket cheesesteak is a smoky twist on the classic Philly sandwich. The homemade cheese sauce and sautéed onions make it extra indulgent. Serve it with fries or chips for a meal that will leave everyone wanting more.
Brisket Cheesesteak with Homemade Cheese Sauce
This brisket cheesesteak is stuffed with smoked brisket, a homemade cheese sauce, and sautéed onions on a steamed deli roll for an awesome sandwich! Your new favorite leftover brisket recipe!
Crunchy tortillas, gooey cheese, and tender brisket come together for these irresistible tacos. Add your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, avocado, or salsa for a personalized touch. Great for Taco Tuesday or game day!
Cheesy and Crispy Brisket Tacos
Brisket tacos are tender, shredded brisket nestled in crispy tortillas with plenty of gooey cheese. Garnish with your favorite toppings.
These hand pies are a creative way to repurpose your brisket into a portable snack or lunch option. The flaky crust and smoky filling make them an ideal appetizer or finger food. Perfect for parties or on-the-go meals.
Savory Hand Pies with Leftover Brisket
Use leftover brisket or other cooked meat to make savory hand pies. They’re really easy and are great appetizers or lunch snacks.
Transform your brisket into enchilada-style burritos smothered in sauce and cheese. These are great for Tex-Mex nights or when you’re craving a hearty dinner with bold flavors.
Smothered Smoked Brisket Burritos
These enchilada style smothered burritos are super easy and a great way to use up leftover smoked brisket!
Top crunchy tortilla chips with brisket, melted cheese, and your favorite nacho toppings for an epic appetizer. These nachos are perfect for movie nights, parties, or tailgating events.
Smoked Brisket Nachos
If you have leftover Smoked Brisket than you need to use it in these amazing Smoked Brisket Nachos! Crunchy tortilla chips covered with shredded beef brisket, cheese and you favorite toppings!
Elevate your appetizers with this brisket bruschetta, combining smoky meat, BBQ sauce, and crème fraîche. It’s a sophisticated yet easy way to impress your guests.
Brisket Bruschetta: Great for Leftover Brisket
Brisket Bruschetta is an easy and elegant appetizer. Combine leftover smoked brisket, BBQ sauce, and crème fraîche for a delicious treat.
Creamy mac and cheese gets a smoky upgrade with the addition of brisket. This comforting dish is perfect for potlucks, game days, or indulgent family dinners.
Brisket Mac and Cheese
This delicious brisket mac and cheese tastes as good as your favorite barbecue restaurant. Creamy, flavorful, and absolutely the most delicious comfort food recipe and the perfect recipe for using leftover beef brisket. If you love brisket, then you’ve come to the right place.
Combine your brisket with noodles, veggies, and an aromatic broth for this creative ramen dish. It’s a hearty meal that’s ideal for chilly nights or when you’re craving something unique.
Smoked Brisket Ramen
Smoked brisket ramen is a great way to cook up a delicious dinner with leftover beef brisket. It’s full of hearty meat and veggies in an aromatic sauce, making this a filling meal for the whole family.
Start your day off right with brisket hash, a savory breakfast or brunch option. Pair it with eggs for a satisfying meal that uses up your leftovers in a delicious way.
Leftover brisket hash
Brisket hash is the perfect way to use up leftover brisket.
Turn your brisket into a creamy, savory stroganoff for an elevated dinner option. The rich sauce pairs perfectly with the smoky meat, creating a dish that feels both comforting and elegant.
Leftover Brisket Stroganoff
When you find yourself with leftover smoked brisket, don’t settle for the usual reheated slices. Instead, transform that smoky goodness into something extraordinary: Leftover Brisket Stroganoff. This hearty and comforting dish combines tender brisket with a creamy, savory sauce, resulting in a meal that’s both familiar and exciting.
Brisket-filled empanadas are a flaky, flavorful snack or meal option. They’re great for parties, picnics, or as a grab-and-go lunch.
Easy Homemade Baked Beef Empanadas
This flaky baked Homemade Beef Empanadas Recipe uses tender smoked beef brisket, mixed with some savory vegetables, herbs, and just a hint of spice, sandwiched into puff pastry. It’s baked into the most flavorful Beef Empanadas using store bought puff pastry.
Warm up with a bowl of brisket chili, loaded with smoky flavor and hearty ingredients. This dish is perfect for meal prepping or serving at casual gatherings.
Brisket Chili
This recipe for thick and hearty Brisket Chili is the perfect way to use up a bunch of leftover smoked beef brisket. It’s full of yummy goodness, so you can continue to enjoy your tasty brisket for days to come!
These dumplings are a fun and flavorful way to repurpose brisket. Pair them with a tangy dipping sauce for an appetizer or light meal that’s bursting with flavor.
Leftover brisket dumplings with a dipping sauce
Looking for a meaty twist on dumplings? Matt Melville cooked up these delicious dumplings using leftover brisket (lamb shoulder works well here too), a handful of fresh and frozen veggies, and some chili. Comfort food at its best – and a great recipe to get the kids involved with! Feel free to experiment with this recipe.
Smothered in sauce and loaded with cheese, these brisket enchiladas are a Tex-Mex favorite. They’re easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Brisket Enchiladas
Brisket Enchiladas are stuffed with smoked brisket and cheese, a quick homemade enchilada sauce topped with a thick layer of melty cheese. An epic Tex-Mex dinner that will satisfy a hungry crowd.
Combine brisket with cheesy pasta shells and sour cream sauce for a decadent casserole. This dish is a creative way to enjoy comfort food with a smoky twist.
Brisket Stuffed Shells
Brisket Stuffed Shells are a delicious casserole made with smoked brisket and loads of cheese stuffed into jumbo pasta shells, smothered in a sour cream sauce. Top it off with tomatoes and guacamole.
A big thank you to the talented recipe creators who inspire us to reimagine leftovers into something extraordinary. Your creativity brings so much flavor and joy to our tables!
Laura Bais is the owner of Julie's Cafe Bakery food blog. From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and at the age of 13, she made her first meal. After finishing high school, she undergraduates in Cultural Studies at the University of Rijeka, and graduates in Journalism at the University of Zagreb. At that time she honed her cooking skills, but also worked in marketing. Since her love for cooking never faded, in 2021 she finally decided to share her recipes with the world. Laura turned her hobby into a career and loves every moment of it. Now she writes about common mistakes in the kitchen and how to avoid them, about adding twists to traditional meals, etc. Her love for trying new foods often leads her to visit restaurants and attempt to recreate the meals at home. She has been featured on F and B Recipes and BOXROX, to name a few.
