Description
This Healthy Mississippi Pot Roast with Beef Gravy is a tender and flavorful slow-cooked beef dish infused with aromatic herbs and spices, pepperoncini peppers for a tangy kick, and finished with a rich, homemade arrowroot-thickened gravy. Perfect for a comforting family meal, this recipe uses wholesome ingredients and is adaptable for paleo and Whole30 diets.
Ingredients
Meat and Broth
- 3 lb chuck roast (can also use top round roast or a less fatty cut of meat, if desired; 2 lbs chicken breast is also delicious)
- 1/2 cup beef broth (ensure paleo or Whole30 compliant if needed)
Seasonings and Flavorings
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried chives
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried onion flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 tsp sea salt
Fats and Oils
- 3 tbsp ghee (or vegan butter for dairy allergies)
Additional Ingredients
- 8 pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup juices from the slow cooker once meat is done
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat and Seasonings: Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker. Pour the beef broth evenly over the top of the meat. Sprinkle all the dried herbs and seasonings (garlic, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, onion flakes, black pepper, and sea salt) over the meat. Dot the 3 tablespoons of ghee on top of the meat in three spoonfuls. Arrange the 8 pepperoncini peppers on and around the beef for added tangy flavor.
- Cook the Roast: Cover and cook the pot roast on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shredded with two forks. Once cooked, transfer the beef to a cutting board and shred it thoroughly using two forks.
- Make the Beef Gravy: Pour 1 cup of the juices from the slow cooker into a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until boiling. In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with water to form a smooth slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the boiling beef juices. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue stirring until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Serve the shredded beef over mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash. Drizzle the homemade beef gravy over the top. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can substitute chuck roast with top round roast or chicken breast for a leaner option.
- Use ghee or vegan butter to accommodate dairy allergies.
- Check beef broth labels to ensure they are compliant with paleo or Whole30 if following these diets.
- The gravy thickened with arrowroot powder can be adjusted in thickness by varying the amount of slurry added.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the slow cooker model; always check tenderness before shredding.
- Serving suggestion: mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash pairs well to keep the dish healthy and balanced.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
