Not too many replies on this one. Well I'll throw my 2 cents in I guess. I don't use any kettles or grills for this but I suppose you could. I flour and brown the chuck roast in a skillet. Just a quick browning, i don't spend that much time on this step. I cut up my vegetables, add beef broth, red wine vinegar, a packet of dry ranch dressing, and seasonings. Add all to a 12 qt nesco set around 200 if I remember right. At 9-10 pm it's fall apart tender. I'm usually making this when we have night activities that require a late dinner so in summary I cook for 9 to 10 hours. Oven and roaster with lid would work as well I'm guessing. Haven't tried it.