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Tender Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Easy Homemade Zesty Ranch Pepperoncini Roast

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A tender, juicy slow-cooked chuck roast infused with zesty ranch seasoning and tangy pepperoncini peppers, perfect for effortless weeknight dinners or casual family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
  • 1 packet (about 1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet (about 1 oz) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, sliced
  • 1 jar (about 7 oz) pepperoncini peppers with juice
  • 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2-3 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  1. Pat your 3 to 4-pound chuck roast dry with paper towels. Trim any excessive fat, but leave some for flavor and moisture. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Place the roast in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch seasoning mix evenly over the top, followed by the au jus gravy mix.
  3. Slice 1/2 cup of unsalted butter into pats and place them on top of the roast. Scatter the whole jar of pepperoncini peppers over and around the roast, pouring in some of the juice for extra tanginess.
  4. Slowly add 1 cup of beef broth around the roast; it should cover the bottom but not submerge the meat.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for about 5 hours until the roast is fork-tender and pulls apart easily. Flip the roast halfway through cooking if possible.
  6. Remove the roast carefully with tongs and transfer to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat right in the slow cooker to soak up all the juices. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free ranch seasoning and gravy mix or thicken sauce with cornstarch after cooking. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative. Use a Dutch oven at 275°F for 3-4 hours as an alternative cooking method. Let roast rest 10 minutes before shredding. Flipping halfway through cooking helps even seasoning. Avoid rushing cooking time to prevent tough meat.

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Keywords: Mississippi pot roast, slow cooker roast, ranch seasoning, pepperoncini, easy pot roast, tender beef roast, comfort food

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