Description
Mississippi Pot Roast is a tender, slow-cooked meal that guarantees satisfaction with its rich and savory flavors. This dish combines juicy chuck roast with a unique blend of ranch seasoning, savory au jus, and spicy pepperoncini, creating an explosion of taste with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this versatile pot roast can be served over rice, in tacos, or as a delicious sandwich filling. Its effortless preparation makes it a go-to recipe that will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chuck roast
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus mix
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 6–8 pepperoncini (pickled hot peppers)
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini brine
Instructions
- Place the chuck roast in a slow cooker liner.
- Evenly sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus mix over the roast. Top with butter and pepperoncini.
- Pour pepperoncini brine over the mixture to add moisture.
- Secure the liner in the slow cooker and set to LOW. Cook for 8 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the roast using two forks directly in the sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg