Oven Deep Pit Barbecued Beef

Experience the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of Oven Deep Pit Barbecued Beef, a soul-satisfying recipe that delivers authentic, smoky barbecue flavor without digging a pit! This slow-cooked masterpiece features a 4-pound beef chuck roast, seasoned with a savory blend of barbecue rub, garlic and onion powder, and a hint of liquid smoke for that signature outdoor sensation. Wrapped in heavy-duty foil, the roast locks in moisture and cooks low and slow for eight hours, creating succulent, fork-tender beef that shreds effortlessly. Perfect for sandwiches, platters, or paired with your favorite barbecue sides, this oven-cooked recipe brings the rich, smoky essence of deep-pit barbecue to the comfort of your home kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 3 tablespoons Liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tablespoons Barbecue seasoning rub
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 large sheets Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and set it on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue seasoning rub, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 4

Rub the seasoning mixture generously all over the roast, ensuring an even coating.

Step 5

Drizzle the liquid smoke and Worcestershire sauce over the roast, rubbing it in gently to enhance the flavors.

Step 6

Pour 1 cup of beef broth around the base of the roast to add moisture during cooking.

Step 7

Wrap the roast tightly in the aluminum foil, ensuring it is completely sealed to lock in moisture. Place the foil-wrapped roast on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step 8

Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and cook for 8 hours (or until fork-tender). This low-and-slow method mimics the deep-pit barbecue cooking technique.

Step 9

Once fully cooked, carefully remove the roast from the oven and let it rest in the foil for 20 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 10

Unwrap the roast, shred the meat with two forks, and serve with your favorite barbecue sauce, side dishes, or in sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2178 grams (2178.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4642

Total Fat 363.50g	466%
Saturated Fat 145.50g	728%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1361mg	454%
Sodium 5661mg	246%
Total Carbohydrate 19.90g	7%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 8.70g
Protein 330.30g	661%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 268mg	21%
Iron 51mg	282%
Potassium 5389mg	115%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 1.7%