Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Easy Mississippi pot roast with butter and peperoncini peppers on a rustic wooden table

Easy Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe | Delicious & Foolproof


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: kai
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Description

This easy Mississippi pot roast is a comforting slow cooker meal that melts in your mouth. Juicy chuck roast with buttery, herby seasoning and tangy peperoncini peppers creates a simple, flavorful dinner with minimal effort.


Ingredients

Scale

2-3 lb chuck roast (fresh, not frozen) 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil) Salt and pepper to taste 1 packet ranch dressing mix 1 packet dry onion soup mix (or au jus gravy mix) ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter (Kerrygold garlic & herb optional) 8 peperoncini peppers


Instructions

Pat dry the chuck roast with a paper towel. Season lightly with salt and pepper. In a hot skillet, sear roast on both sides (2-3 minutes each). Transfer roast to slow cooker. Sprinkle with ranch and onion soup mixes. Top with butter and place peperoncini peppers around the roast. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours. Do not open the lid during cooking. After cooking, shred meat with two forks, discard fatty pieces. Optional: chop and mix peppers into meat before serving.

Notes

Do not cook on high; low and slow is essential for tenderness. No need for additional liquid; the meat, butter, and peppers create enough juices. Homemade seasoning mixes can be used to control sodium. Do not use margarine; flavor and texture will be compromised. Substitute cuts like rump or sirloin tip can work as long as they shred well. Peperoncini peppers add flavor, not spice; can be swapped with dill pickles + juice. Lifting the lid while cooking causes tough meat.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 214 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 1054mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 72mg