Description
Mississippi pot roast delivers pure comfort on a plate, blending tangy pepperoncini with rich beef for a Southern-style sensation. Home cooks savor this simple yet unforgettable dish that turns ordinary ingredients into a memorable family meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 3 to 4 pounds (1.36 to 1.81 kilograms) beef chuck roast
Seasonings:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- Salt
- Pepper
Vegetables and Additions:
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) pepperoncinis, with juice
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the meat by patting the chuck roast dry with paper towels, ensuring a crisp exterior. Season thoroughly with salt and pepper on both surfaces.
- Create a foundational layer in the crockpot by spreading sliced onions and optional minced garlic across the bottom. Position the seasoned roast directly on top of this aromatic base.
- Generously distribute ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly across the roast’s surface, guaranteeing comprehensive flavor infusion.
- Drizzle pepperoncini juice over the meat, allowing the tangy liquid to penetrate deeply. Strategically scatter whole pepperoncinis around and atop the roast for an additional zesty dimension.
- Distribute butter pieces across the roast and seasonings, enabling gradual melting during the cooking process to enhance overall richness.
- Secure the crockpot lid and slow cook for 8-10 hours on low temperature (or 5-6 hours on high), until the meat becomes incredibly tender and effortlessly separates with a fork.
- Carefully extract the roast from the crockpot. Using two forks, shred the meat into succulent, bite-sized portions. Reintegrate the shredded meat into the remaining cooking liquid, ensuring complete flavor saturation.
- Present the Mississippi pot roast on a decorative platter or atop creamy mashed potatoes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add visual appeal and a burst of herbal freshness.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from the roast to reduce greasiness and create a leaner dish without sacrificing flavor.
- Opt for low-sodium ranch and au jus mixes to control salt content and make the recipe more heart-healthy.
- Swap butter with olive oil or dairy-free butter for those following vegan or dairy-restricted diets, maintaining the recipe’s rich moisture.
- Consider using chuck roast alternatives like bottom round or brisket for different texture preferences while keeping the core cooking method intact.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours (low) or 5-6 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg