Description

Mississippi Roast (Slow Cooker Pepperoncini Pot Roast) is a tender, flavorful, and effortless slow cooker meal featuring juicy beef chuck roast infused with tangy pepperoncini peppers, ranch seasoning, and au jus gravy. This hands-off recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth beef with a bold, zesty kick, perfect for dinners, sandwiches, or leftovers. Minimal ingredients and simple preparation make it a family favorite any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Beef and Seasonings

3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
1 packet au jus gravy mix (about 1 ounce)

Additional Ingredients

1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, sliced
6 to 8 whole pepperoncini peppers

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Instructions

Prepare the roast: Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. Season both sides generously with the ranch seasoning mix and the au jus gravy mix, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
Add butter and pepperoncini: Evenly place slices of butter on top of the roast. Scatter the whole pepperoncini peppers around the meat to infuse a tangy punch throughout the cooking process.
Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and set to low for 8 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender and falls apart easily. This slow cooking allows flavors to meld and the beef to become juicy and tender.
Shred and serve: Once cooked, remove the roast and shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks. Mix the shredded beef with the flavorful cooking juices and peppers to keep every bite moist and delicious.

Notes

Choose beef chuck roast for its fat content and tenderness.
Don’t skip the butter, as it adds richness and melds flavors.
Leave pepperoncini peppers whole for bursts of bright flavor without overpowering heat.
Cooking on low heat for an extended time ensures perfect, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Use leftover cooking juices as a delicious drizzle over the roast or mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 120mg