Mississippi Pot Roast
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this melt-in-your-mouth Mississippi Pot Roast, the ultimate slow-cooked comfort food. This recipe features a tender 3-pound beef chuck roast infused with the bold flavors of ranch dressing mix, savory au jus gravy mix, and the tangy kick of pepperoncini peppers. A generous half-cup of butter adds richness, while a splash of beef broth ensures the meat stays juicy as it cooks low and slow for 8 hours. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly tender, this pot roast practically falls apart on its own, making it ideal for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables. Whether you're hosting guests or preparing a cozy family meal, this easy, no-fail pot roast is a true crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
- 1 packet Ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet Au jus gravy mix
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 8 pieces Pepperoncini peppers
- 0.25 cup Beef broth
Directions
Step 1
Place the beef chuck roast in the bottom of a slow cooker.
Step 2
Sprinkle the packet of ranch dressing mix evenly over the roast.
Step 3
Next, sprinkle the au jus gravy mix over the ranch seasoning.
Step 4
Cut the butter into slices and arrange them on top of the roast.
Step 5
Scatter the pepperoncini peppers around the roast and pour the beef broth into the slow cooker.
Step 6
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 7
Once cooked, use tongs or a fork to shred the roast into large pieces, mixing it with the surrounding juices.
Step 8
Serve hot with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1812.8 grams (1812.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4463 |
| Total Fat 378.10g | 485% |
| Saturated Fat 162.00g | 810% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g | |
| Cholesterol 1289mg | 430% |
| Sodium 5067mg | 220% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.10g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.00g | 29% |
| Total Sugars 9.60g | |
| Protein 250.00g | 500% |
| Vitamin D 18IU | 89% |
| Calcium 263mg | 20% |
| Iron 38mg | 212% |
| Potassium 4162mg | 89% |
Source of Calories