Slow Cooker Pot Roast, also known as Mississippi Pot Roast, is a tender chuck roast cooked low and slow with ranch seasoning, au jus mix, butter, and pepperoncini for a rich, savory meal.
Ingredients
3 to 4 pound chuck roast
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 packet au jus gravy mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter
6 to 8 whole pepperoncini peppers
1/4 cup pepperoncini brine
1 cup beef broth optional
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels.
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Optional: Sear the roast in a hot skillet with oil for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
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Place the roast in the slow cooker.
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Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the top.
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Place butter slices on the roast.
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Add pepperoncini peppers around the meat and pour in the brine.
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Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.
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Shred the meat with forks and stir into the sauce before serving.