Smoked chuck roast time?

[Talus]

Any guesses at how long per pound to smoke a chuck roast at 225?


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[Josh G]

When I have done them in the past in has been pretty similar to pork shoulder.  Last one I did was on for 11 hours. 

[kettlebb]

I've only done 1 chuck roast and I'd agree with Josh G.  Mine was on between 4-5 hours and it wasn't that great.  I don't think I gave it enough time to really break down the fat and connective tissues.  I'm willing to try it again though!

[HoosierKettle]

Check YouTube. There are several good videos on chuck roast. I want to say I average between 5-7 hours.


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[Mike in Roseville]

I'm actually thinking of doing one on my WSM too. I'd suggest a thermometer so you don't have to "guess." Have you ever considered cooking a little hotter than 225?


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[Talus]

I was going to cook to temp.  Just trying to figure out if I would have a big enough time window.  Thanks everyone.


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[SMOKE FREAK]

Here is my experience with chuck...

I cant believe it takes that long to cook a 3.5# roast...
But damn is it worth every minute...

I have had 3# chuck cook for 9 hours before...And it was fantastic...

[kettlebb]

Smoke Freak that helps me out a lot too. I thought there was no way this little roast is gonna need more than 5 hours! BS. It was a bit tough and needed more time. Anyone ever do burnt ends from a chuck roast?


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[Old Dave]

I do chuck roasts quite often and very seldom go over 5 hours total time for my pulled beef.



Here are some on my Ranch kettle.



Ready for the freezer.

[Schaefd2]

My only experience with chuck roasts are that they are not as forgiving as pork shoulder if your temp spikes too high. I would just be careful when it comes to temp, but otherwise cook it like a pork shoulder.