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Mississippi Pot Roast: The Ultimate 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Recipe

This easy 5-ingredient Mississippi Pot Roast recipe uses a slow cooker to make the most tender, tangy, and flavorful chuck roast. A true set-it-and-forget-it meal that's perfect for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb boneless beef chuck roast Look for good marbling.
  • 1 ounce packet au jus gravy mix Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 ounce packet dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter This is equivalent to 1 stick.
  • 1/2 cup whole pepperoncini peppers Plus 1/4 cup of the brine from the jar.
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil Optional, for searing.
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste, for searing.

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
  • 1 Large Skillet (optional, for searing)
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Method
 

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes per side until a brown crust forms. Place the roast in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix over the roast.
  3. Place the stick of butter on top of the roast. Arrange the pepperoncini peppers around the butter and pour in 1/4 cup of pepperoncini juice.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
  5. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return the meat to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the juices. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 38gFat: 45gFiber: 1g

Notes

Searing is Optional: Searing the meat first develops a deeper, richer flavor, but you can skip this step if you're short on time.
Control the Salt: Always use unsalted butter. For a less salty result, use a low-sodium au jus packet or use half of each seasoning packet.
No Extra Liquid Needed: The roast releases plenty of its own juices, creating a rich, flavorful gravy without any added broth or water.
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