Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 lb chuck roast
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet (1 oz) au jus gravy mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 8-10 pepperoncini peppers, plus 1/2 cup of the brine from the jar
- 12-16 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work great)
Instructions
- Place the chuck roast in your crockpot. If it’s too large, cut it in half so it fits comfortably.
- Sprinkle both the ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the roast. Don’t mix them together first—just pour them right on top.
- Place the stick of butter on top of the roast. Cut it into a few pieces if that makes it easier to distribute.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers around the roast, then pour the brine over everything. The brine is key—it adds so much flavor and helps tenderize the meat.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours. You’ll know it’s done when the meat shreds easily with a fork.
- Remove the roast from the crockpot and shred it with two forks, discarding any large pieces of fat. Return the shredded meat to the juices in the crockpot and stir to coat.
- Toast the slider buns if desired, then pile the shredded beef onto the bottom buns. Spoon a little extra juice over the meat if you want it extra saucy.
- Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately. Set out extra pepperoncini on the side for anyone who wants more heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
