Description
This Mississippi Pot Roast recipe is a classic comfort dish that is savory and tangy with a hint of spice. The chuck roast becomes incredibly tender and flavorful after slow cooking in a savory buttery sauce.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 pound chuck roast
Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 package ranch dressing mix
- 1 package au jus gravy mix
- 5 pepperoncini peppers plus a splash of the juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Roast: Place the chuck roast in the bottom of a crockpot or slow cooker.
- Add Ingredients: Top the roast with slices of butter, sprinkle the ranch and au jus mixes over the top, add the pepperoncini peppers, and pour a splash of the pepper juice.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Shred and Serve: Shred the meat right before serving. Enjoy the flavorful Mississippi Pot Roast!
Notes
- For oven cooking: Place the roast in a Dutch oven or roasting pan, cover with foil, and bake at 325°F for 3 to 4 hours until fork-tender.
- To reduce the butter content, you can omit the butter without compromising the taste. Look for a well-marbled cut of chuck roast for a tender result.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
