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Tender Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast with Herb Ranch Butter

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A comforting and easy slow cooker Mississippi pot roast enhanced with a fresh Herb Ranch Butter that melts into tender, juicy beef for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs chuck roast (well-marbled)
  • 1 packet (1/4 cup or 28 g) ranch seasoning mix (preferably Hidden Valley)
  • 1 packet (1 oz or 28 g) au jus gravy mix (Lipton recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 6–8 pepperoncini peppers with juice
  • 1 tsp (5 g) garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Herb Ranch Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, chopped parsley, chives, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Season the Chuck Roast: Pat the roast dry with paper towels. Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over all sides. If using, brush Worcestershire sauce lightly on the meat.
  3. Place the Roast in the Slow Cooker: Set the roast in the slow cooker. Pour pepperoncini peppers and their juice over the top. Do not stir.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until fork-tender. Alternatively, cook on high for 4-5 hours if short on time.
  5. Apply the Herb Ranch Butter: About 30 minutes before cooking ends, spread the herb ranch butter over the roast. Replace lid and let it melt into the meat.
  6. Rest and Serve: Transfer roast to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes. Slice or shred and serve with cooking juices as natural gravy.

Notes

For thicker sauce, whisk in a cornstarch and water slurry on the stovetop. Searing the roast before slow cooking is optional but adds flavor. Use slow cooker liners to ease cleanup. Fresh herbs brighten the dish more than dried. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter and dairy-free ranch seasoning.

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Keywords: slow cooker, Mississippi pot roast, herb ranch butter, comfort food, easy dinner, crockpot recipe, beef roast

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