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How Long to Cook Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man\'s Brisket) in the grill
Specification: 3 lb beef chuck roast, heavy black pepper and salt rub, cooked over low indirect heat with hickory smoke packet
Target Temp
250°F (121°C) Indirect
Direct Flame
Total Time
4–5 hours
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
150m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
203°F (95°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat grill to 250°F (121°C) Indirect. Clean and oil grates. Prepare smoked beef chuck roast (poor man\'s brisket) (3 lb beef chuck roast, heavy black pepper and salt rub, cooked over low indirect heat with hickory smoke packet).
2
Cook & Flip
Cook for 4–5 hours. Flip at the 150-minute mark for even browning.
3
Check & Rest
Dark peppery bark with tender, jiggly core that probes like warm butter at 203°F Confirm internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C). Rest for 25 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Meathead Goldwyn (AmazingRibs.com) Smoke Science & Beef It's What's For Dinner
Pro Tip: Use an aluminum wood chip smoke packet on the active burner to infuse rich hardwood flavor on standard gas grills.
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