Description
A quick and easy Mississippi pot roast delivers tender, fall-apart beef flavored with ranch seasoning, au jus mix, pepperoncini and savory broth. This slow-cooker recipe requires minimal prep, cooks for eight hours, and yields a comforting, juicy roast perfect for family dinners, meal-prep, or leftovers. Ideal for busy weeknights, it combines bold tangy notes with rich beef, creating a crowd-pleasing dish that’s simple, hearty, and full of flavor. Enjoy this comforting roast any night you choose
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 10–12 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the meat.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers on top and pour the beef broth around the roast.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and shreds easily.
Notes
- For a milder heat
- reduce pepperoncini. Use low‑sodium broth to control salt. Add a splash of heavy cream in the last 30 minutes for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Beef
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: mississippi pot roast, easy slow cooker beef, weeknight dinner recipe, tender pot roast, pepperoncini beef, quick beef dinner, comfort food recipes, slow cooker meals, family dinner ideas, one pot meals