Step

• 1

  Make the roast: When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 180℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavour, use Super Smoke if available.

• 2

  In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture all over the chuck roast.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

• 3

  Place the chuck roast directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke for 1 1/2 hours. Remove the roast from the grill and increase the temperature to 275℉.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  01:30

• 4

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

  275 ˚F / 135 ˚C

• 5

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

  275 ˚F / 135 ˚C

  05:00

• 6

  Serve with your favourite roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes and gravy. Enjoy!