Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.
Barbecue Showdown (Season 3)
Bad to the Bone (Episode 1)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: The contestants kick off the competition by cooking a bone-in protein and two side dishes that reflect their unique styles and personal stories.
Brew and ‘Cue (Episode 2)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Legendary pitmaster Tuffy Stone joins the judging panel as the cooks prepare beer-infused dishes that hop with flavor.
The Trench Is Back (Episode 3)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: The competition heats up as the Trench returns for a twist-filled challenge celebrating flavors from around the world.
Friday Night Bites (Episode 4)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Facing elimination, two pitmasters duel it out in a fiery fish cook-off. Afterward, the remaining contestants gear up to satisfy hungry tailgaters.
Slow Fast Food (Episode 5)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: Chef Matty Matheson ("The Bear") encourages the pitmasters to turn down the heat and whip up an original fast-food recipe using slow-cooking techniques.
Brisket Battle (Episode 6)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: In their toughest challenge to date, the final four attempt to out-smoke their fellow competitors in an epic beef brisket showdown.
Go Pig or Go Home (Episode 7)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Chef and acclaimed author Kwame Onwuachi joins the judges for a Sunday supper that showcases each pitmaster's family traditions.
The Final Stand (Episode 8)
Air date: 2024-07-04
Runtime: 38 min
Overview: The finalists craft dream menus for their very own barbecue joints in a head-to-head battle to claim the coveted grand prize and title.
Seasons
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