When you’re craving brisket but don’t want the time or price tag, this **Florida Smoked Chuck Roast** delivers all the flavor without the hassle. Slowly smoked with **FL Gulf BBQ** and **FL Steak Shake**, this roast turns melt-in-your-mouth tender, perfect for slicing or shredding.
It’s affordable, packed with rich smoky flavor, and ideal for sandwiches, BBQ plates, or even tossed into mac & cheese!
Yields: 5-6 Servings | Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Total Time: 9 Hours
INGREDIENTS:
3-4 lbs. chuck roast
2-3 small yellow onions (thick sliced)
3 cups beef stock
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup Worcestershire sauce
3 tbsp FL Steak Shake
3 tsp FL Gulf BBQ
1 | Preheat smoker to **225°F**.
2 | Trim excess or hard fat from the chuck roast.
3 | Season roast evenly with **FL Gulf BBQ**, then rest **15-20 minutes** to sweat.
4 | Press **FL Steak Shake** firmly into the roast on all sides.
5 | Place roast on smoker, cook for **3 hours**.
6 | Mix **1 cup beef stock, ½ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup Worcestershire** in a spray bottle. Spritz roast **every hour** while it cooks.
7 | Layer **onions** in a large aluminum pan. Add remaining **2 cups beef stock** and **¼ cup Worcestershire**.
8 | Place roast on top of onions in the pan. Return to smoker **uncovered**.
9 | Increase smoker temp to **250°F**. Cook **3 more hours** or until roast hits **165°F internal temp**.
**Note:** Expect a stall—just ride it out.
10 | Cover pan tightly with foil. Continue smoking another **3 hours** or until roast hits **205-210°F** internal.
11 | Rest roast in a cooler for **1 hour**.
12 | Remove roast, slice or shred. Watch for unrendered connective tissue—remove if needed.
13 | Separate fat from the cooking liquid. Return **meat, onions, and liquid** to the pan and mix.
14 | Serve and enjoy!
💣 Pro Tips for Tender Chuck Roast:- Spritz Often: Keeps the meat moist and builds a flavorful bark.
- Wrap for the Win: Foil and finish helps power through the stall and break down the connective tissue.
- Rest it Right: One hour rest helps reabsorb juices—don’t skip it!
- Budget-Friendly Brisket Alternative: All the flavor, less cost, and easier to manage.
- Juicy & Tender: Perfect for slicing, pulling, or stacking on a sandwich.
- Full of BBQ Flavor: FL Gulf BBQ and Steak Shake create an incredible crust and rich beefy taste.