Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

This simple Mississippi pot roast recipe is a quick and satisfying dinner that guarantees to please everyone at your table.

What Is Mississippi Pot Roast?

Mississippi pot roast is a savory dish made by cooking a pot roast with dressing mix in a slow cooker. This technique results in a deliciously tender and juicy roast that's surprisingly easy to prepare.

Ingredients for Mississippi Pot Roast

Here are the ingredients you'll need to prepare this highly rated Mississippi pot roast recipe:

· Chuck roast: Begin with a 3-pound chuck roast. If your roast is a different size, be sure to adjust the recipe accordingly.
· Pepperoncini: Use both the juice and the peppers from a jar of pepperoncini.
· Butter: A stick of butter ensures the roast remains juicy and prevents it from drying out.
· Packaged mixes: You'll need one packet of au jus gravy mix and one packet of ranch dressing mix.
· Seasonings: Simply season the roast with salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions for Making Mississippi Pot Roast

Here’s a quick overview of how to make Mississippi pot roast — the detailed recipe is below, but in short: combine the ingredients in a slow cooker and let it cook on Low until the meat is tender and easily shredded.

All you need to do is mix the ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on Low until the meat becomes fork-tender. It's that simple!

How to Serve Mississippi Pot Roast

Serve your Mississippi pot roast with gravy and mashed potatoes for a deliciously comforting meal. And don’t forget some crusty bread to soak up all the flavorful gravy!

How to Store Mississippi Pot Roast

Once the roast has cooled, wrap the leftovers tightly in foil or place them in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days, or freeze for up to two months.

Dinogo Community Reviews and Tips

"Incredible flavor," says Susan Komorowski. "I served it on toasted ciabatta rolls with havarti cheese! It was amazing! This recipe is a keeper!"

"We absolutely love this dish," shares a Dinogo community member. "I've made it multiple times, and it's by far the most tender and flavorful roast I’ve ever had!"

"I followed the recipe exactly but added a splash of red wine," shares another Dinogo community member. "We enjoyed it the first night with mashed potatoes, and it was fantastic. The next day, we used the leftovers on toasted steak rolls, like Italian beef sandwiches."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• 1 (3 pound) chuck roast

• ½ (12 ounce) jar pepperoncini

• ½ (12 ounce) jar pepperoncini juice

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• 1 (1 ounce) packet au jus gravy mix

• 1 (0.4 oz) package buttermilk ranch dressing mix

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Transfer the chuck roast from the slow cooker, shred it using two forks, and serve with the delicious gravy.

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