Pot recipes are usually simple, but prepare to be surprised by how quick and easy this Mississippi pot roast recipe is. It requires no mincing or prep time, just combine all your ingredients in a crockpot and let it cook on its own. You don’t even need to add any seasoning.

The entire cooking process is handled by the pot itself; you simply throw everything together and let it cook. We can all agree that pot roasts are elite, but this Mississippi pot roast truly stands out. The addition of butter makes it incredibly soft and rich. And let’s not forget, this recipe only requires 5 ingredients!

🌟 What is Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

The name originated from the creator of this dish, it was first made by a housewife in Mississippi. It quickly became a friends and family favorite and it grew more popular from there. Once it gained more notoriety over the borders, it got the name of Mississippi roast. With only 5 ingredients and no prep time, you can achieve the most delicious and soft roast. You need to try it to realize the reason why it’s so popular!

🍽 What You Need For Mississippi Pot Roast

Boneless Chuck Roast is the most popular cut for this recipe. However, you can substitute it for brisket or round roast.
Ranch dressing mix
Pepperoncini, preferably sliced, with 2 tablespoons of juice
Au jus gravy mix
Butter (salted or unsalted is fine)

🔪 How To Make Mississippi Pot Roast

It’s easy as 1,2,3.

Throw your pot roast in the crockpot.
Dump in your ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix packets.
Add 2 tablespoons of pepperoncini juice, ⅓ cup of sliced pepperoncini peppers, and 4 ounces of butter over everything. Put the cover on top and simmer for 8 hours on low. It is not advised to add water to your crockpot. This tasty gravy only needs the butter and meat juices.

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Mississippi Pot Roast (The BEST Pot Roast EVER)

This Mississippi Pot Roast might just be the best pot roast you’ve ever tasted, seriously, it’s that good! With only five simple ingredients and the magic of a slow cooker, it’s almost too easy to make. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be hooked!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Dinner, Dinner Idea, Easy Dinner, Main Course, Mississippi, Roast

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 8

Servings:

Calories: 460kcal

Ingredients

3 pounds of boneless chuck roast
1 packet of au jus gravy mix
1 packet of ranch dressing mix
⅓ cup of sliced pepperoncini
4 ounces of sliced butter
2 tablespoons of pepperoncini juice

Instructions

In your crockpot, place your chuck roast along with both your packets of ranch dressing seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix. Top with the pepperoncini slices.
Now add the 2 tablespoons of pepperoncini juice and butter slices.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g

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