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Sheri

Smoked Chuck Roast AKA Poor Man’s Brisket

5 from 2 votes
Smoked chuck roast is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavor of beef brisket without spending a fortune. This recipe is perfect for those who are new to smoking meat, or for experienced smokers looking for an easy and tasty recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Chuck roast 2.5–3.5 lbs
  • Kosher Salt
  • Prime Steak Seasoning
  • mop sauce

Equipment

  • Kamado Joe Smoker or other smoker

Method
 

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry the night before.
  2. Rub all over with kosher salt and Prime Steak Seasoning.
  3. Place on a wire rack in the fridge, uncovered, overnight.
  4. Make the mop sauce by mixing everything together and warm slightly before using. Mop or spray every 45–60 minutes during the cook, starting after hour two.
  5. Set up your Kamado Joe for indirect cooking at 225–250°F, using a heat deflector and a drip pan filled with water or broth.
  6. Place your roast on the grate, fat side up if it has one.
  7. Smoke uncovered until internal temp reaches 160–170°F, mopping every hour.
  8. Wrap in butcher paper or foil with a splash of mop sauce.
  9. Continue smoking until internal temp hits 200–205°F and the probe slides in with no resistance.
  10. Rest wrapped for 30–60 minutes in a cooler or warm oven.
  11. Slice against the grain, or shred if it's falling apart.