Petit Chuck Tender Roasts Delivery or Pickup

The petit chuck tender roast comes from the chuck primal cut taken from the shoulder of the cow. You'll find it goes by several different names like the shoulder tender roast, faux tender roast, and the latest marketing term of shoulder petit tender.

Petit chuck tender roasts are cut from the cow's shoulder next to the top blade. Its oblong shape has almost no fat and resembles the tenderloin so much that it's no surprise how it got its name. This lean cut has an excellent flavor that some argue outstrips the tenderloin, and at a much lower price. 

The whole roast measures around 10 inches long and about three inches wide. It has a medium-coarse grain that runs lengthwise. While the petit chuck tender roast has very little connective tissue, it does have speckles of fat that run through it, which add flavor and tenderness when cooked properly.

The petit chuck tender roast comes from a heavily-used muscle that carries 60 percent of the cow's weight while standing and walking. Because of this usage, the roast needs special attention when cooking. Many grocers portion this roast into steak cuts called mock tender filets.

The petit chuck tender roast may have the word "tender" in it, but the word is used here as a marketing term, not to describe the natural texture of the meat. In fact, it has no tenderness like that of the filet mignon from which it steals its name. That doesn't mean it is a roast to avoid. It makes an excellent and affordable option when handled correctly.

The whole petit chuck tender weighs around three to five pounds and makes for an excellent family dinner roast. Rubbing it with olive oil and sprinkling it with salt and pepper allows the roast's natural beefy flavor to soar. You can season your petit chuck tender roast like any other pot roast or prime rib roast to capture your favorite flavors. 

Petit chuck tender roasts pair well with many herbs, like thyme and rosemary. Garlic and onions make an excellent accompaniment to cooking and serving. Sauteed mushrooms always work on the side of any beef roast. You can rub your petit chuck tender with paprika and garlic powder before roasting, or you can add a few crushed garlic cloves and some sliced onions to beef stock and braise the meat. Whenever you braise meat, chefs recommend searing the outside first. Searing the outside helps seal in the juices that render during cooking for a more tender, flavorful result.

You can smoke the petit chuck tender roast like you would any other cut of meat. Low heat and slow cooking result in spectacularly tender and flavorful roasts. Experts recommend staying away from cooking the petit chuck tender roast on the grill or with high heat in your oven. Fast cooking won't achieve the desired tenderness. No matter how you decide to cook the petit chuck tender roast, chefs agree that cooking beyond medium will result in a tough and potentially dried-out roast.

You can save a lot of time using the Instacart app to shop for petit chuck tender roasts. All you have to do is add the petit chuck tender roast to your cart and check out. Afterwards, an Instacart shopper will prepare your order for in-store pickup in as little as 2 hours! It may also qualify for same-day home delivery!