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Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast

Flavored with an unlikely combination of seasoning packets, pepperoncini peppers, and butter, this weeknight-friendly dinner is like no other pot roast you've ever tasted.
2
123
5 min
TOTAL TIME
514
CALORIES
$2.15
PER SERVING
Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
Directions
19 STEPS
5 min
PREP TIME
5 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Cut 1 stick unsalted butter into 8 pieces
2
Trim off any large pieces of surface fat from 1 (3-pound) boneless beef chuck roast
3
Pat dry with paper towels.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil in a 6-quart or larger Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker on the highest Sauté setting until shimmering
5
Add the roast and sear on all sides until browned, about 10 minutes total
6
Transfer to a plate
7
Pour 1/4 cup water into the pressure cooker, scrape up any browned bits, and simmer until almost evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes
8
Turn off the pressure cooker
9
Return the roast and any accumulated juices to the pressure cooker
10
Sprinkle the roast with 1 packet ranch mix and 1 or 2 packets au jus gravy mix
11
Top with the butter
12
Pour 1/2 cup brine from 1 jar pepperoncini peppers over the roast
13
Add 10 pepperoncini peppers.
14
Lock the lid on and make sure the pressure valve is set to seal
15
Set to cook under HIGH pressure for 55 minutes
16
It will take about 15 minutes to come up to pressure.
17
When the cook time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes
18
Quick release any remaining pressure
19
Shred the roast into bite-sized pieces with tongs.
Health Info
Macros
1g
CARBS
40g
FAT
32g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
KETO
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
WHEAT
MILK
EGGS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mississippi Pot Roast?
What cut of meat is best for Mississippi Pot Roast?
Do I need to sear the meat before cooking?
Can I use a different type of dressing mix or gravy mix?
Can I make this recipe in the oven instead of a slow cooker?
How do I prevent the roast from becoming too dry?
How long should I cook Mississippi Pot Roast in a slow cooker?
How do I store leftover Mississippi Pot Roast?