Description
These Poor Man’s Burnt Ends are smoky, tender, juicy, and coated in a rich caramelized BBQ sauce. Made with affordable chuck roast instead of brisket, this easy barbecue recipe delivers incredible flavor perfect for parties, game day, or weekend cookouts!
📝 Ingredients
3 lbs chuck roast
2 tbsp yellow mustard
2 tbsp BBQ rub
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 cup BBQ sauce
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp honey
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat smoker or oven to 250°F (120°C).
Coat chuck roast with mustard, then season generously with BBQ rub, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Smoke or bake for 3 hours until bark forms.
Cut meat into bite-sized cubes.
Place cubes in a foil pan with butter, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and honey.
Cover and cook another 1½–2 hours until tender and sticky.
Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce and your favorite sides.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hrs 15 mins
🍽 Servings
6 servings
🔥 Nutrition (Approx Per Serving)
Calories: 520
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 18g
Fat: 31g
