Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast that is tender, juicy, and infused with savory ranch and au jus seasoning. Perfect for a comforting meal, this slow-cooked chuck roast melts in your mouth and is enhanced with tangy pepperoncini peppers and rich butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 hours
- Total Time: 9 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 3-4 lb. chuck roast
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
- 1 ounce au jus gravy mix
- 6 pepperoncini peppers (plus a splash of the juice)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tbsp oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Heat oil: In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Sear the roast: Add the chuck roast to the skillet and sear each side for 3-4 minutes to develop a rich, browned crust that locks in flavor.
- Transfer to crock pot: Place the seared chuck roast into the crock pot, ensuring it sits flat.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the top of the chuck roast.
- Add peppers and juice: Place the 6 pepperoncini peppers around and on top of the roast, adding a splash of the juice from the pepperoncini jar to contribute tanginess.
- Top with butter: Slice the 1/2 cup of butter into 1/2 inch pieces and evenly distribute them on top of the roast.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on low in the crock pot for 8-9 hours, until the roast is tender and starting to pull apart easily.
- Shred the beef: Remove the peppers, then shred the beef using two forks.
- Return peppers: Return the pepperoncini peppers to the pot with the shredded roast if you prefer to keep them in the dish.
- Serve: Serve the Mississippi pot roast over mashed potatoes or rice for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- For more flavor, searing the roast is essential before slow cooking.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add extra pepperoncini peppers or some of the pepperoncini juice.
- Leftovers refrigerate well and can be used for sandwiches or tacos.
- Use a 4 to 6-quart crock pot for best results depending on the size of your roast.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model.
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