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Close-up of shredded Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast served in its savory juices, topped with bright yellow pepperoncini rings.

Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple recipe for tender pot roast cooked quickly in an electric pressure cooker.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet dry au jus gravy mix
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers (drained)
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice
  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef roast dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the roast in the inner pot of the Instant Pot.
  3. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast.
  4. Pour the beef broth and pepperoncini juice around the roast.
  5. Place the pepperoncini peppers on top of the roast.
  6. Arrange the butter pieces over the top of the roast.
  7. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the vent to sealing.
  8. Cook on High Pressure (Manual setting) for 70 minutes.
  9. Allow for a Natural Pressure Release (NPR) for at least 15 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
  10. Remove the roast and shred it with two forks.
  11. Return the shredded meat to the pot and stir to coat with the juices.
  12. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can serve this roast over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
  • For thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir into the hot liquid after shredding the meat; cook on Sauté mode for 2 minutes until thickened.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx 8 oz)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 14
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16
  • Trans Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 5
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 140

Keywords: Instant Pot, pot roast, Mississippi roast, beef, slow cooker alternative, easy dinner