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Mississippi pot roast with potatoes and carrots

Mississippi Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Chef Laura
This Mississippi Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is a savory, melt-in-your-mouth slow-cooked meal, combining the richness of chuck roast with the tangy zing of pepperoncini and hearty vegetables for a comforting dinner classic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 510 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • 7-Quart Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lb Chuck Roast
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 5 Carrots cut into chunks
  • 1 lb Baby Potatoes
  • 5 Pepperoncini Peppers with the juice
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 Brown Gravy Mix packet
  • 1 Ranch Seasoning Mix packet
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter

Instructions
 

  • Pat chuck roast dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add olive oil into a large skillet and warm over high heat. Sear the roast on all sides for about 5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Place roast into a slow cooker along with carrots, potatoes, beef broth, and pepperoncini peppers.
  • Add the ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, and butter on top of the roast.
  • Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, until the meat is fork tender. Shred and pour the savory juices on top before serving.

Notes

This dish is ideal for a cozy weekend dinner and pairs well with crusty bread or a green salad. Feel free to adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers to your preferred level of tanginess.
Calories per serving : 510
Keyword Beef Roast, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker
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