Description
This Easy Corned Beef and Cabbage Sheet Pan recipe offers a hassle-free way to prepare a classic Irish-American meal. Featuring tender corned beef brisket roasted alongside golden baby potatoes, sweet carrots, and crispy cabbage wedges, this one-pan dinner is simple to make and perfect for a comforting family meal. The seasoning packet adds bold flavors, while optional whole-grain mustard provides a zesty finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Corned Beef
- 2½–3 lb corned beef brisket (flat cut)
- 1 seasoning packet (from corned beef)
Vegetables
- 1½ lb baby potatoes (halved)
- 4 large carrots (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 1 large green cabbage (cut into wedges)
- 3 cloves garlic (smashed, optional)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- ½ tsp black pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp whole-grain mustard (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Prepare the potatoes and carrots: Place the halved baby potatoes and peeled, chunked carrots on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss well to coat evenly. Spread the vegetables out to ensure even roasting.
- Position the corned beef brisket: Lay the corned beef brisket in the center of the pan, fat side facing up to help baste the meat during cooking and keep it moist.
- Season the beef: Evenly sprinkle the seasoning packet that came with the corned beef over the entire brisket to infuse flavor while roasting.
- Add the cabbage wedges: Arrange the cabbage wedges around the corned beef and vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil or melted butter to help the cabbage crisp slightly and develop flavor.
- Cover the pan: Tightly cover the entire sheet pan with foil to trap moisture and create a steaming environment, which helps tenderize the meat and vegetables.
- Roast the meal: Place the pan in the oven and roast for 1 hour and 45 minutes or until the corned beef is fork-tender, ensuring the vegetables cook through as well.
- Browning step: Carefully remove the foil and return the pan to the oven for an additional 15 minutes to lightly brown the vegetables, adding texture and caramelized flavor.
- Rest the meat: Remove the pan from the oven and let the corned beef rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute for juicy, tender slices.
- Serve: Slice the corned beef against the grain and serve warm with optional whole-grain mustard or horseradish for an extra tangy kick.
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, add the smashed cloves around the corned beef while roasting.
- Tenderness may vary by brisket size, so adjust roasting time slightly if needed to ensure the beef is fork-tender.
- Use either olive oil or melted butter according to your preference for richer or lighter flavor.
- To keep the cabbage from becoming too soft, cut into large wedges and add them at the start with vegetables for steady roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish-American