Description
Spicy, tangy Mississippi Roast delivers mouthwatering southern comfort straight to dinner tables. Slow-cooked beef melts with pepperoncini and ranch seasonings, promising a hearty meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
- 8–10 whole pepperoncini peppers (and some juice)
Seasoning Mixes:
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Fats and Extras:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Serving Options:
- Cauliflower rice
- Mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the chuck roast by thoroughly patting it dry with paper towels to ensure optimal seasoning and searing potential.
- Generously coat the roast with salt and pepper on all surfaces to enhance its natural flavor profile.
- Position the seasoned roast into the slow cooker, ensuring it sits flat and centered.
- Evenly distribute ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix across the roast’s surface, creating a robust flavor coating.
- Strategically place whole pepperoncini peppers around the roast, including a splash of their tangy juice to infuse additional complexity.
- Slice unsalted butter and layer pieces directly on top of the roast to maintain moisture and richness during slow cooking.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low temperature for 8 hours, allowing the meat to become incredibly tender and develop deep, rich flavors.
- After cooking, use two forks to gently shred the meat, incorporating it with the surrounding sauce for maximum flavor distribution.
- Plate the succulent shredded roast over cauliflower rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a vibrant, fresh finishing touch to this classic comfort dish.
Notes
- Select a well-marbled chuck roast for maximum tenderness and rich flavor during slow cooking.
- Pat meat completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown exterior when searing.
- Use room temperature butter for more even melting and better sauce consistency throughout cooking.
- For low-carb variations, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional potatoes.
- Reduce sodium by choosing low-sodium ranch and au jus mixes if watching salt intake.
- Adjust pepperoncini quantity based on personal spice tolerance without compromising overall recipe balance.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days, allowing flavors to develop even more intensely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg