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Tender Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

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A foolproof slow cooker recipe for tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef chuck roast with a rich, buttery, and tangy sauce featuring ranch seasoning and pepperoncini peppers.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds beef chuck roast (well-marbled)
  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet (about 0.87 ounces) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 6–8 whole pepperoncini peppers with juice
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium beef broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and trim any thick fat caps if desired. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Optional: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides for 2-3 minutes until a brown crust forms. Let rest for a few minutes.
  3. Place the roast in the slow cooker insert. Pour 1/2 cup beef broth around the edges, avoiding pouring on top of the roast.
  4. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the top of the roast without stirring.
  5. Place pats of softened butter on top of the roast. Scatter the pepperoncini peppers and some of their juice around and on top of the roast.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  7. Use two forks to shred the meat directly in the slow cooker, mixing it into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Notes

Searing the roast before slow cooking is optional but adds extra flavor and texture. Avoid opening the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain heat. If sauce is too thin, remove roast and reduce sauce on high uncovered for 20-30 minutes. Leftovers taste better the next day. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and check seasoning packets for dairy ingredients.

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Keywords: Mississippi pot roast, slow cooker, crockpot, beef chuck roast, easy dinner, comfort food, melt-in-your-mouth, ranch seasoning, pepperoncini

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