Mississippi Pot Roast (Only 5 Ingredients)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
8 serivngs
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Calories
468 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Mississippi Pot Roast (Only 5 Ingredients)
Description
This Mississippi Pot Roast recipe focuses on a 4-pound chuck roast cooked gently in a slow cooker with five main ingredients: ranch dressing seasoning, au jus gravy mix, butter, and pepperoncini peppers. The combination of seasoning packets provides savory and slightly tangy flavors, while butter adds richness. The pepperoncini peppers contribute a mild heat and acidity that cuts through the meat's richness.
Cooking on low heat for at least 8 hours breaks down the connective tissue in the chuck roast, resulting in tender meat that shreds easily. The simplicity of seasoning allows the natural beef flavor to shine through, enhanced by the savory and tangy elements introduced by the mixes and peppers.
The finished roast can be served shredded with its cooking juices, complemented by side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables. The cooking method requires minimal attention and uses common pantry ingredients, making it accessible for home cooks.
Ingredients
- 4 lb chuck roast
- 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning (1 oz size)
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix (1 oz size)
- 4 tbsp butter unsalted
- 4 Pepperoncini peppers
Instructions
- Place the chuck roast into a crockpot. Sprinkle on the ranch dressing and au jus mix.
- Place the butter and pepperoncini peppers on top of the roast.
- Cover with a lid and cook for at least 8 hours on low heat.
- Shred the roast with two forks and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8serivngs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 468kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 447mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 755mg | 16% |
| Sugar | 0.004g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 204IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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