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Tender Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Meal

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A simple, comforting slow cooker pot roast recipe using just five ingredients that delivers tender, flavorful beef with minimal prep and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds chuck roast
  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet (about 0.87 ounces) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter
  • 6–8 pepperoncini peppers with juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and trim any large chunks of excess fat.
  2. Place the roast in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix evenly over the top, followed by the au jus gravy mix.
  3. Dot the softened butter over the roast, and scatter the pepperoncini peppers around and on top. Pour about half of the pepperoncini juice over everything.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and shreds easily.
  5. Remove the roast carefully with tongs or a slotted spoon onto a large platter or cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any large pieces of fat.
  6. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it into the juices. If the sauce is too thin, turn the slow cooker to high and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
  7. Serve the tender beef and peppers warm, spooning the sauce over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or sandwich rolls.

Notes

For extra flavor, sear the roast in a hot pan before slow cooking. Use pepperoncini juice to add tang and balance richness. Avoid cooking on high to prevent chewy meat. If sauce is thin, thicken by cooking uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes. Butter can be substituted with dairy-free margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free adaptation.

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