Mississippi Pot Roast

This Mississippi Roast is made with only 5 ingredients. It is delicious, full of flavor and one of the best roast you will eat. The slow cooker does all the work and the roast melt-in your mouth.

This roast cooks tender and shreds easily. The combination of butter and peppers gives this roast a ton of flavor. If you prefer the instant pot, try making Mississippi Pot Roast Instant Pot Recipe on high pressure.

Why This Recipe Works

Crock Pot Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe is the perfect roast to enjoy on Sunday evening. The fork-tender roast is always a family favorite and perfect to serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

The next time you are looking for a roast recipe, make this easy Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe. The roast cooks tender, juicy and makes the best gravy.

Ingredients

• Chuck Roast – Use marbled beef roast for the best flavor
• Ranch Dressing Mix – Use the packet or make Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix
• Butter – We used unsalted butter
• Pepperoncini Peppers with the Juice – Key to making the roast juicy and flavorful

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variation Ideas

• Cuts of Meat – This roast recipe can be made with different cuts of meat. You can use a rump roast or any type of beef roast.
• Au Jus Gravy Mix – You can also add in au jus gravy mix for the perfect way to make sandwiches or for dipping your shredded beef into.
• Vegetables – Feel free to add in vegetables to this pot roast recipe. We recommend onion, carrots, or diced up potatoes.

How to Make Mississippi Pot Roast in the Crock Pot

• Step 1 – Place Roast – Place your roast in the bottom of your crockpot.
• Step 2 – Top with Ranch – Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix over the roast. Add the au jus mixes now if adding to the roast.
• Step 3 – Add Butter – Place the stick of butter on top of the roast and ranch mix. Pour the whole pepperoncini peppers and pepperoncini juice over everything.

• Step 4 – Pour Water – Pour your water around the roast.
• Step 5 – Cover and Cook – Cook on low for 10 hours or cook on high for 5 hours.

• Step 6 – Serve – Shred and then serve. Two forks make shredding the meat super simple.

How to Make Gravy for Roast

• Step 1 – Make Cornstarch Slurry – Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch (or flour) with ¼ cup of cold water. Then you need to whisk it together until it is blended completely.
• Step 2 – Add Beef Broth – Remove 2 cups of beef broth from the crockpot. Heat to a boil in a saucepan.
• Step 3 – Whisk in Cornstarch Mixture – Whisk in the cornstarch water mixture. Then allow it to boil (while stirring constantly) until it thickens slightly. It should take about 2 minutes.
• Step 4 – Season – Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Combining Ingredients – There is no need to sear this roast. Everything gets placed in the slow cooker for an easy weeknight meal.
• Slow Cook – I like to cook the roast on low and do not lift the lid until end of cooking time. This allows for the roast to cook tender and juicy.
• Dutch Oven – If you prefer you can make this Mississippi Pot Roast on the stovetop in a Dutch Oven.

What to Serve with Mississippi Pot Roast?

I told you this crockpot recipe was easy to make. Serve it with one of these side dishes. There are lots of side dishes to serve with slow cooker Mississippi Pot Roast. We have even served it with mashed cauliflower for a low-carb option.

• Roasted Asparagus – Oven roasted parmesan asparagus is the perfect side dish that is ready in just minutes. It is so flavorful that even your kids will love it.
• Parmesan Grilled Zucchini – Parmesan Grilled Zucchini Recipe is a must try side dish that even the kids will love. It is so simple to prepare, inexpensive and healthy. Not to mention the grill gives the zucchini such an amazing flavor.
• Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts – If you a way to get your kids to eat Brussel Sprouts. Make them in the Air Fryer.
• Easy Tropical Fruit Salad – This Hawaiian Fruit Salad Recipe is delicious and refreshing. It is one of those recipes that once you make it, it will become a favorite. The honey and lime give this fruit an extra burst of flavor that is amazing.
• Rice – We also love to make Instant pot White Rice Recipe or Microwave Brown Rice to serve with the roast. Cauliflower Rice is another great option for a low carb side dish.
• Corn – We also like to serve with a side of Fried Corn on the Cob Recipe for an easy side dish.
• Try one of our 21 What to Serve with Pot Roast ideas

Why is My Crock Pot Roast Tough?

If your crock pot roast is tough, then it usually means that the roast has not cooked long enough. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the roast.

Storage and Freezer Tips

• Storing – Shred the pot roast after cooking and place in airtight container. This roast can be used for meal prep for the week. If stored in the refrigerator properly the roast will last about 4 days.
• Freezer – Roast also freezes great if you have a lot leftover. Store in a freezer safe container or zip lock freezer bag. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge when ready to serve.
• Reheating – You can reheat in the slow cooker, Dutch oven or microwave.