Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
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5.0
261 reviews
Excellent
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Cook Time
1 hr 0 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 8 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
522 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
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This flavorful Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast is a great low carb dinner that will melt in your mouth! This is the perfect EASY, first recipe to make in your Instant Pot!
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Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef (chuck roast)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 (1 oz) packet of ranch dressing mix (approximately 1 ½ tablespoon)
- 1 (1 oz) packet of Au Jus Gravy Mix (approximately 1 ½ tablespoon)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5-6 Pepperoncini peppers and ¼ cup of it's juice
To Thicken
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (and 1 tablespoon water)
Instructions
- Season the Beef. Generously season both sides of the 3-4 pounds beef (chuck roast) with 1 teaspoon ground pepper.
- Sear the Meat (Optional). Turn on the Instant Pot and select [Sauté] mode. When the display reads "Hot," add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the inner pot. Place the chuck roast in the pot and sear each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown. [Tip: If you skip this step, add 2-3 extra minutes to the pressure cooking time.]
- Sauté the Onion. Remove the seared beef and set it aside. Add 1 large yellow onion, diced to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes until tender.
- Deglaze the Pot. Pour in 1 cup beef broth and scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. This prevents the “burn” warning during pressure cooking.
- Layer the Ingredients. Return the chuck roast to the pot. Sprinkle the 1 (1 oz) packet of Ranch Dressing Mix and 1 (1 oz) packet of Au Jus Gravy Mix evenly over the roast. Add 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and arrange 5-6 pepperoncini peppers and their juice on top.
- Pressure Cook the Roast. Secure the lid and ensure the pressure release valve is set to "Sealing." Press [Pressure Cook/ Manual] and set the timer to High Pressure for 60-70 minutes, depending on the size of the roast: 3 lbs: 60 minutes, 4 lbs: 70 minutes.
- Natural Pressure Release. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to naturally release. This can take about 10-15 minutes. Wait until the pressure pin drops before carefully opening the lid.
- Thicken the Gravy (Optional). Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to form a slurry (use a 1:1 ratio if you need more). Set the Instant Pot to [Sauté] mode and whisk the slurry into the pot juices. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the gravy thickens.
- Serve. Shred the beef, drizzle with gravy, and serve with your favorite sides!
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Notes
- Choose the Right Cut: Opt for a well-marbled chuck roast for the best flavor and tenderness. The fat adds richness and keeps the meat moist.
- Sear for Flavor: While optional, searing the roast for a few minutes before pressure cooking locks in the juices and enhances flavor.
- Beware of Hidden Salt: Ranch and au jus packets are already salty, so use unsalted butter and low-sodium beef broth. Taste at the end and add salt only if needed.
- Deglaze the Pot: After pouring in the beef broth, scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the Instant Pot. This not only adds flavor but also prevents the dreaded “burn” error.
- Cooking Time by Weight: Cook a 3-pound chuck roast for 60 minutes. Add 10 extra minutes for every additional pound (e.g., 4 lbs = 70 minutes, 5 lbs = 80 minutes). If your roast is thicker than 2 inches, add an extra 10 minutes for best results.
- Natural Pressure Release: For the most tender, fall-apart meat, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure once cooking is complete. It’s worth the extra time!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
522kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
45g
(90%)
Fat
36g
(55%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
17g
Trans Fat
2g
Cholesterol
177mg
(59%)
Sodium
351mg
(15%)
Potassium
888mg
(25%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
359IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
25mg
(28%)
Calcium
54mg
(5%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 522 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 522kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 177mg | 59% |
| Sodium | 351mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 888mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 359IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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