Looking to impress your friends and family with a mouth-watering BBQ dish? Look no further than these delicious BBQ beef sliders made with smoked chuck roast on the Pit Barrel Cooker. This recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and will have your taste buds begging for more. Follow these easy steps and you’ll be on your way to creating a savory and satisfying BBQ dish that will be the highlight of any summer gathering.

How to Make Delicious BBQ Beef Sliders with Smoked Chuck Roast on the Pit Barrel Cooker

If you are a fan of barbecue, then you know that a good beef slider can make your day. And, if you are looking for an easy and cost-effective alternative to brisket, then chuck roast has got your back. In this article, we will go over the steps to make mouth-watering BBQ beef sliders using smoked chuck roast on the Pit Barrel Cooker. We will also talk about the best rubs, cooking tips, and thermometers to use to make your BBQ experience perfect.

Introduction

Beef sliders are one of the most delicious and versatile foods you can have at a barbecue. They are perfect for a quick snack, but can also be a hearty meal. And, what’s better than sliders with smoked and juicy flavors? That’s where smoked chuck roast comes in. Not only is it an affordable alternative to brisket, but it’s also easy to cook and has a great flavor. Plus, cooking it on the Pit Barrel Cooker adds that extra smoky kick to the dish.

Ingredients

• 5 lbs of chuck roast
• Uncle Steve’s Shake BBQ Rub
• Slider buns
• Pickles
• BBQ sauce
• Coleslaw

Instructions

1. Preheat the Pit Barrel Cooker to 275-300 degrees, using natural hardwood charcoal.
2. Rub the chuck roast with Uncle Steve’s Shake BBQ Rub.
3. Let the roast sit overnight in the fridge to enhance its flavor.
4. Place the chuck roast on the Pit Barrel Cooker, fat side up, without any trimming. Let the fat render down as it cooks.
5. Monitor the temperature of the roast with a thermometer, such as the Thermapen One by ThermoWorks.
6. After the roast has reached the stall range (around 160-170 degrees), wrap it in foil to increase tenderness.
7. Cook the chuck roast until it reaches an internal temperature of 200-205 degrees.
8. Remove from the Pit Barrel Cooker, let it rest for 30 mins, and then shred with forks or claws.
9. Build your sliders using the shredded beef, pickles, BBQ sauce, and coleslaw.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is chuck roast, and why is it a good alternative to brisket?
   Chuck roast is a cut of beef that comes from the shoulder area of a cow. It has more fat than brisket, which makes it easier to cook and more affordable. The resulting flavor is also rich and beefy, perfect for barbecuing.

2. Do I need to trim the chuck roast before cooking?
   No, chuck roast doesn’t need any trimming. Letting the fat render down as it cooks will enhance the flavor.

3. What rub is perfect for smoked chuck roast?
   Uncle Steve’s Shake BBQ Rub is a great choice for smoked chuck roast. It has a unique blend of herbs and spices that complements the beefy flavor of the meat.

4. What is the best temperature to cook smoked chuck roast?
   The Pit Barrel Cooker runs around 275-300 degrees without a temperature probe. However, monitoring the internal temperature of the roast with a thermometer, such as the Thermapen One by ThermoWorks, is crucial for perfect beef sliders.

5. How can I enhance the tenderness of the smoked chuck roast?
   Wrapping the meat in foil when it hits the stall range (around 160-170 degrees) will improve its tenderness, making it easier to shred and more delicious to eat.

Conclusion

Barbecuing is not only a cooking style but also an adventure. Trying new recipes and techniques is part of the experience. Making delicious and smoky beef sliders with smoked chuck roast on the Pit Barrel Cooker is easy and cost-effective. With the right ingredients, cooking tips, and thermometers, you can have a restaurant-quality dish ready in no time. So, don’t hesitate to give it a try and enjoy the mouth-watering flavors that smoked chuck roast has to offer.