How to Make a Delicious Smoked Pot Roast

Overview:

This recipe by Nichole Dailey offers a delicious smoked pot roast infused with wood-fired flavor using a Traeger grill. It features a chuck roast smoked with a blend of spices, braised in a Dutch oven with vegetables and herbs, and cooked to tender perfection.

Ingredients:

• For the Roast:

  • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 Teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (3 lb) chuck roast

• For the Braise:

  • 2 cups red bliss potatoes, halved
  • 2 cups carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups pearl onions, peeled
  • 1 Teaspoon ancho chile powder
  • 1 cup sherry or red wine
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 dried chipotle peppers
  • 2 cups beef stock

Steps:

1. Prepare the Grill:

   • Set the Traeger temperature to 180°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. Use Super Smoke if available.

2. Season the Roast:

   • Combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the chuck roast.

3. Smoke the Roast:

   • Place the chuck roast directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke for 1.5 hours. Remove from the grill and increase the temperature to 275°F.

4. Prepare the Braise:

   • Transfer the roast to a large Dutch oven. Add potatoes, carrots, onions, ancho chile powder, sherry, rosemary, thyme, chipotle peppers, and beef stock.

5. Braise the Roast:

   • Place the lid on the Dutch oven and transfer to the grill. Close the lid and braise until the meat is very tender, approximately 4-5 hours.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the pot roast with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes and gravy.

Smoked Chuck Pot Roast

Transform your classic pot roast into a gourmet meal with this smoked chuck pot roast recipe. Utilizing the robust flavor of Traeger’s wood pellets, this dish brings a unique twist to a traditional favorite.

Ingredients and Preparation:

To start, gather the following ingredients: a 3-pound chuck roast, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, red bliss potatoes, carrots, pearl onions, ancho chile powder, sherry or red wine, fresh rosemary and thyme leaves, dried chipotle peppers, and beef stock.

Begin by setting your Traeger grill to 180°F, allowing it to preheat with the lid closed for about 15 minutes. If your grill has a Super Smoke feature, use it to enhance the flavor. While the grill preheats, mix garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and thoroughly coat the chuck roast with this spice blend.

The Smoking Process:

Place the seasoned roast directly on the grill grates and close the lid. Let it smoke for an hour and a half, allowing the spices to infuse and the wood smoke to permeate the meat. Once smoked, remove the roast from the grill and increase the grill temperature to 275°F.

Creating the Perfect Braise:

Transfer the smoked roast to a large Dutch oven. Add halved red bliss potatoes, 2-inch pieces of carrots, peeled pearl onions, a teaspoon of ancho chile powder, a cup of sherry or red wine, a tablespoon each of fresh rosemary and thyme leaves, two dried chipotle peppers, and two cups of beef stock. Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place it back on the grill. Close the grill lid and let the roast braise for 4 to 5 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.

Serving Suggestions:

This smoked chuck pot roast is best served with your favorite roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes and a generous ladle of gravy made from the braising liquid. The combination of smoked, tender meat with the hearty vegetables and rich, aromatic broth creates a memorable dining experience.

Conclusion:

This smoked chuck pot roast recipe is a delightful way to bring new life to a beloved classic. By smoking the meat and braising it with flavorful ingredients, you achieve a depth of flavor that's hard to beat. Whether for a family dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress and become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the process of smoking and braising, and savor the delicious results.