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Easy Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe with 5 Ingredients Perfect for Busy Weeknights

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A simple and comforting slow cooker pot roast recipe using just five ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights. This tender, juicy roast features a rich, tangy sauce made with ranch seasoning and pepperoncini peppers.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter
  • 6–8 whole pepperoncini peppers with juice (about 1/4 cup or 60 ml juice)

Instructions

  1. Trim the roast using a sharp knife to remove any excessive fat (about 5 minutes).
  2. Place the trimmed roast directly into the slow cooker base.
  3. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the top of the roast without mixing.
  4. Cut the unsalted butter into pats and place them on top of the seasoned roast.
  5. Scatter the whole pepperoncini peppers around the roast and pour in about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of their juice.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours until the roast is fork-tender and easily shredded.
  7. Remove the roast, shred it with two forks in the slow cooker or on a plate, and stir it back into the juices. Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry if desired.

Notes

Trim excess fat to avoid greasy sauce. Cooking on LOW for 8 hours yields the most tender meat. Butter placed on top melts slowly to enrich the sauce. Use fresh pepperoncini juice for signature tang. Optional searing adds flavor but is not required. Adjust cooking time if using smaller or larger roast. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. Use gluten-free seasoning mixes to make recipe gluten-free.

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Keywords: slow cooker, Mississippi pot roast, easy pot roast, ranch seasoning, pepperoncini, comfort food, beef roast, crockpot recipe, weeknight dinner

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