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Delicious Mississippi Pot Roast Dinner

Mississippi Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food—a slow-cooked, fall-apart tender beef roast infused with savory, buttery, and slightly tangy flavors. With minimal ingredients and hands-off cooking, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or feeding a crowd. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or inside sandwiches for an incredibly satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 –8 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 –4 lbs chuck roast
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 jar about 12 oz pepperoncini peppers, with juice
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

1. Prepare the Roast
  1. Place the chuck roast in a slow cooker and season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Add Seasonings
  1. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast.
3. Pour in the Liquid
  1. Pour the beef broth around the roast, ensuring it doesn’t wash off the seasonings.
4. Add Peppers and Butter
  1. Place pepperoncini peppers and some of their juice over the roast.
  2. Cut the butter into small pieces and scatter over the top.
5. Slow Cook the Roast
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until the beef is tender.
6. Shred the Meat
  1. Use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the flavorful juices.
7. Taste and Adjust
  1. Add additional salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve and Garnish
  1. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or inside sandwiches.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color.

Notes

  • For a spicier roast, add extra pepperoncini peppers or red pepper flakes.
  • For an oven method, bake at 275°F (135°C) for 4–5 hours in a covered Dutch oven.
  • To make it creamier, stir in a dollop of sour cream or cream cheese before serving.
  • Leftovers can be used in sandwiches, tacos, or over baked potatoes.

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