Mississippi Pot Roast is a delicious, tender, and easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! This dish is made with a chuck roast that is slow-cooked, zesty ranch seasoning, au jus gravy, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Save time in the kitchen with this easy recipe!
Nothing says comfort food like pot roast! This easy Mississippi Pot Roast is sure to be a family favorite at your dinner table. You simply toss the roast in a crockpot with a few ingredients and go about your day while it cooks. What could be easier than that?
This recipe is also keto friendly, which makes it a great low carb family dinner option! Serve it with mashed cauliflower, or your favorite low carb vegetables for a complete meal.
What is Mississippi Pot Roast?
Mississippi Pot Roast is a slow-cooked beef dish that originated in the state of Mississippi. It was created as a way to make a pot roast that is flavorful and tender with minimal prep time. The roast is made with a packet of ranch dressing mix, a packet of au jus gravy mix, pepperoncini peppers, and butter.
Ingredients
- Chuck Roast - Chuck roast is always a great choice for pot roast, as it is nicely marbled with fat and full of flavor! It's also really tender when cooked low and slow. I recommend using a roast that is between 3 and 4 pounds for this recipe.
- Ranch Dressing Mix - You'll want to use 1 packet of ranch dressing mix. It might also say "dip" on the packet, either one works. It provides onion, garlic, and herb flavor which makes this recipe so flavorful!
- Au Jus Gravy Mix - 1 packet of gravy mix helps to thicken the sauce and adds additional savory flavor that compliments the beef. Alternatively, you could use a packet of brown gravy mix instead. I prefer the au jus gravy, as it's lower in carbs.
- Pepperoncini Peppers - These add a slightly tangy flavor to the roast. They are very mild, and won't make the roast spicy.
- Butter - Adds extra richness to the roast. You can reduce the butter to half of a stick if you prefer.
How to make Mississippi Pot Roast
- Place the chuck roast in the crock pot.
- Next, sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix over the top of the roast.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers on top of the roast.
- Add the butter on top, and around the roast.
- Cover the crockpot with a lid, and cook on low for 8 hours.
How long to cook
Mississippi Pot Roast takes 8 hours to cook in a slow cooker on low, and 4-5 hours to cook on the high setting. If your roast is tough, cook the roast longer and check on it every hour. The roast is done when it is fork-tender.
What to serve with Mississippi Pot Roast
This roast would go well with roasted vegetables, green beans, or mashed cauliflower. If you aren't concerned about carbs, then you could also serve it with mashed potatoes or rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is my Mississippi Pot Roast not tender? If your roast is not tender, then you need to cook it a little longer. The roast should be fork-tender. Continue cooking the roast, and checking on it every hour until it is tender.
- What is the difference between Mississippi Pot Roast and regular pot roast? Mississippi pot roast has more of a tangy, zesty flavor due to the ranch seasoning and pepperoncini peppers. On the other hand, regular pot roast has a more savory beefy flavor and uses more traditional seasonings and vegetables.
- What can I use instead of au jus gravy mix? You could substitute au jus gravy mix for brown gravy mix. Just keep in mind that brown gravy mix has a thicker consistency than au jus gravy.
- Can I make Mississippi Pot Roast without pepperoncini peppers? Yes, you can omit the peppers if you prefer to. The roast will still come out delicious and flavorful!
Storage and reheating
Mississippi Pot Roast can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Individual servings can be reheated in the microwave.
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Mississippi Pot Roast
This Mississippi Pot Roast is tender and full of flavor. Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 (3 to 4 pounds) chuck roast
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 8 to 10 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup of butter, (sliced into squares)
Instructions
- Add the chuck roast to the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle in the ranch dressing seasoning, and au jus gravy mix over the top of the roast.
- Next, add the butter on top, and around the chuck roast.
- Place the pepperoni peppers on top, and around the roast.
- Cover the slow cooker with a lid. Cook the roast on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 - 5 hours. The roast is done when it is tender enough to pull apart with a fork.
Notes
- Optionally, you can sear the pot roast prior to cooking. Though, this is not necessary.
- I used a crock pot liner for easier cleanup.
- If your pot roast is tough, cook it longer until it becomes tender.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 1623mgCarbohydrates: 10gNet Carbohydrates: 8gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
All nutritional information and calculations are provided as a courtesy. Nutritional values are estimates only. Variations may occur due to product, and brand selection. You should not rely on this information for medical advice.
Kay is passionate about living a healthy low carb lifestyle. She loves low carb comfort foods that are also family-friendly!
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