Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Mississippi Pot Roast, a dish that brings warmth to your table. Tender chuck roast simmers in a flavorful blend of ranch dressing, au jus gravy, and tangy pepperoncini, creating an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. This easy-to-make recipe promises comfort in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1 cup banana peppers (with juices)
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 medium onions (sliced thick)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Cornstarch (optional, for sauce thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the seared roast to a slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch dressing and au jus mixes evenly over it. Add sliced onions and minced garlic.
- Pour in beef broth and top with banana peppers and their juices.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch with water, stir into leftover liquid after cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg