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How Long to Cook Mississippi Pot Roast (Chuck, Pepperoncini, Ranch, Butter / Smoked) in the smoker

Specification: 3.5 lb beef chuck roast with pepperoncini, ranch seasoning, and 1 stick butter

Target Temp
Heat Waves
250°F (121°C)
Indirect Smoke
Total Time
Clock Time
5–6 hrs
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
203°F (95°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat smoker to 250°F (121°C) with your choice of wood. Prepare mississippi pot roast (chuck, pepperoncini, ranch, butter / smoked) (3.5 lb beef chuck roast with pepperoncini, ranch seasoning, and 1 stick butter).

2
Cook

Cook for 5–6 hrs. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Beef collapses into succulent ribbons under the light press of two dinner forks Confirm internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C). Rest for 20 minutes before serving.

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Pro Tip: Smoke chuck unwrapped at 250°F for 3 hours, then transfer to a foil pan with butter, pepperoncini, and ranch, sealing tightly with foil until 203°F.

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