HowLongToSmoke

Smoking Internal Temperature Chart

The only number that really matters: what temp to pull each cut.

MeatPull temp (°F)Notes
Brisket200–205Probe-tender in the flat
Pork butt / pulled pork200–205Bone wiggles free
Pork ribs~203 / by feelBend-and-crack test
Beef ribs / chuck roast200–205Probe-tender
Whole chicken (breast)165Thighs best at 175
Chicken thighs/wings175–185More tender than 165
Turkey (breast)165Thighs 175
Pork tenderloin145Rest before slicing
Tri-tip / prime rib130–135Medium-rare; climbs while resting
Salmon140–145Flakes easily
Sausage160Snappy casing

Why temperature beats time

Every cook is different — weather, wind, and how often you open the lid all change timing. A meat thermometer takes the guesswork out: cook to these numbers, not the clock.

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FAQ

What temp is pulled pork done?
Around 203°F internal, when it probes like butter and the bone pulls clean.

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