slow-cooker ChartsDATASHEET // CT-SC-069
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How Long to Cook Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man's Brisket / Slow Cooker Pot Roast) in the slow cooker
Specification: 3.5 lb boneless beef chuck roast with Worcestershire and beef broth
Target Temp
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
Low & Slow
Total Time
8–9 hrs
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
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
Add smoked beef chuck roast (poor man's brisket / slow cooker pot roast) (3.5 lb boneless beef chuck roast with Worcestershire and beef broth) to the slow cooker. Set to LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs).
2
Slow Cook
Cook for 8–9 hrs. Keep lid on; do not stir unless specified.
3
Check & Rest
Roast pulls apart into juicy, tender shreds under gentle fork pressure Confirm internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C). Rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Beef Checkoff Pot Roast Guide & Crock-Pot Beef Roasting Standards
Pro Tip: Add 1/2 teaspoon of liquid smoke to the broth to capture authentic barbecue smokehouse flavor in your slow cooker shredded beef.
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