Description
Sizzling Mississippi pot roast on Traeger grills brings ranch-infused southern comfort right to dinner tables. Hearty beef melts with pepperoncini and butter, creating mouthwatering flavors that pull you into a delicious weekend feast.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 3.4 lb (1.54 kg) beef chuck roast
Seasoning Blend:
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 packet (1 oz/28 g) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet (1 oz/28 g) au jus gravy mix
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 stick (½ cup/113 g) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) beef broth
- 6–8 whole pepperoncini peppers (plus ¼ cup/60 ml juice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Traeger grill by setting the temperature to 225F, selecting hickory, oak, or pecan wood for an enhanced smoky essence, and allowing it to preheat for approximately 15 minutes.
- Massage the chuck roast with olive oil, creating a comprehensive coating, then generously apply a blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika across its entire surface.
- Position the seasoned roast directly onto the grill grates, allowing it to smoke uncovered until the internal temperature climbs to 160F, which typically requires around 3 hours.
- Carefully transfer the partially smoked roast to a spacious cast iron skillet or aluminum pan, liberally sprinkling ranch seasoning and au jus mix over the meat.
- Strategically place butter cubes around the roast, then introduce beef broth and pepperoncini peppers with their accompanying juice, ensuring even distribution.
- Securely cover the skillet with aluminum foil to trap moisture and prevent excessive evaporation during the cooking process.
- Elevate the Traeger’s temperature to 275F, continuing the cooking journey for an additional 3-4 hours until the roast achieves a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and reaches an internal temperature between 203-205F.
- Once completed, remove from heat and allow the roast to rest briefly before serving, which helps redistribute internal juices and enhance overall flavor profile.
Notes
- Enhance smoky flavors by experimenting with different wood pellets like apple or mesquite for unique taste profiles.
- Opt for grass-fed chuck roast to boost nutritional value and create a leaner dish with deeper meat quality.
- Adjust pepperoncini quantity based on spice tolerance, allowing customization for mild or zesty preferences.
- Accommodate gluten-sensitive diets by selecting ranch and au jus mixes specifically labeled gluten-free to maintain recipe integrity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg