What is the best food to cook in a smoker?

Brisket, Beef shoulder, ribs, chicken, sausages, and fish are top picks.

What can I smoke in 3 hours?

Chicken thighs, Beef tenderloin, sausages, or salmon.

Beef shoulder, whole chicken, wings, or sausages.

Start with chicken, Beef shoulder, or sausages low prep, high flavor.

Scale

3–5 pound beef chuck roast

Yellow mustard for binder

Favorite beef dry rub (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder)

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1. Coat the beef chuck roast with a thin layer of yellow mustard.

2. Sprinkle generously with your favorite beef dry rub.

3. Preheat your smoker to 250°F.

4. Place the roast in the smoker and cook for 6–8 hours.

5. Smoke until internal temperature reaches 195–200°F.

6. Remove, wrap in foil, and rest for 20–30 minutes.

7. Slice or shred as desired. Serve with sides or in sandwiches.

Chuck roast is forgiving and perfect for building smoker confidence.

Use hickory or oak wood for a strong beef flavor.

Always rest the roast for juicy results.