Smoking a Chuck Roast on the Weber Kettle

TLDRIn this video, we smoke a chuck roast on the Weber Kettle using hickory wood and a special rub. The chuck roast requires low and slow cooking to achieve tenderness. We wrap the chuck roast in foil when it reaches 160-165 degrees and continue cooking until it reaches the desired tenderness. The cook time can take around 9-10 hours.

Key insights

🔥Chuck roast requires low and slow cooking to achieve tenderness.

🌲We use hickory wood for smoking, which adds a smoky flavor to the meat.

🌶️We use a special rub made with Penn's Northwoods Fire seasoning and Trader Joe's 21 Seasoning Salute.

🌡️After reaching 160-165 degrees, we wrap the chuck roast in foil to continue cooking and retain moisture.

The cook time can take around 9-10 hours, depending on the size of the chuck roast.

Q&A

What temperature should I smoke a chuck roast at?

Smoke the chuck roast at a low temperature of 225-250 degrees Fahrenheit.

Do I need to wrap the chuck roast in foil?

Wrapping the chuck roast in foil helps to retain moisture and speed up the cooking process.

How long should I let the chuck roast rest after cooking?

Let the chuck roast rest for 30-45 minutes, covered with foil, to allow the juices to redistribute.

Can I use a different wood for smoking?

You can use different woods like pecan or apple for smoking, depending on your preference.

What can I do with the smoked chuck roast?

You can pull the chuck roast or slice it and serve it as a sandwich or with your favorite barbecue sauce.

Timestamped Summary

00:05Introduction to smoking a chuck roast on the Weber Kettle.

00:28Chuck roast requires low and slow cooking for tenderness.

01:46We wrap the chuck roast in foil when it reaches 160-165 degrees for moisture retention.

08:42The chuck roast reaches the desired tenderness.

12:42Slicing and tasting the smoked chuck roast.