It’s an understatement to say I’m a big fan of smoking chuck roast. When it’s on sale it’s big time cheaper than brisket and yet still tender, moist and ‘beefy’. Sometimes I slice my smoked chuck roast, but more times than not I chop it for sandwiches or cut it into chunks for use in a chili or stew. This barbacoa-style smoked chuck roast packs fantastic flavor and juiciness, with a nice hint of heat. Perfect on a chopped beef sandwich!
Sliced Or Chopped, It’s Delicious
I do not trim my chuck roasts before marinating them. I want all that fat to still be on the meat when I smoke it, adding flavor and moisture. After the meat is done I slice or chop it, leaving off the fatty pieces. Fat is flavor and you want your barbacoa-style smoked chuck roast to have as much flavor as possible!
I prefer to use fruit or nut woods when I smoke unless I want a heavier smoke flavor. Pecan, apple or cherry are my favorites.
- Pecan wood chunks
- Provides a rich & Sweet flavor
Try my fiery smoked chuck roast for a little kick!
Barbacoa-Style Smoked Chuck Roast
Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 3 bay leaves
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3-4 chipotles in adobo sauce
- 3-4 pound chuck roast untrimmed
Instructions
- Combine all but roast in a bowl.
- Place the chuck roast into a large resealable bag or container.
- Add the marinade. Toss to coat, seal, and marinade overnight.
- Fire up your smoker for smoking at 250 F. Use a medium wood such as fruit woods or hickory.
- Remove the beef from the marinade. Shake off the excess and transfer to the smoker.
- Smoke until the roast reaches 145 F, about 1 hour.
- Transfer the beef to a large piece of foil. Seal up tightly and return to the smoker. Smoke until the temperature reaches 200F, 4-5 hours more.
- Remove from the smoker and let rest 15 minutes before slicing or chopping. Add any juices from the foil back into the meat for extra flavor.
Notes
Nutrition
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