Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast is the best roast you’ll ever taste! All you need is a beef roast, a packet of ranch dressing, a packet of Au Jus, a stick of butter and some peperoncini peppers. It’s that easy and it’s ALWAYS delicious!
I had never heard of Mississippi Pot Roast, let alone, a Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast. A girlfriend posted something about it on Facebook and it piqued my interest and before I knew it, I was looking up Mississippi Pot Roast and found a TON of links. So since there are a TON of them, I will just say I was inspired by all.
Edited: I have made this many many times and have tweaked the recipe. You can see it on this post for Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.
Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast
This was by far one of the easiest recipes I’ve ever done. It’s one of those “dump and cook” crockpot recipes that really do give your slow cooker the crown it deserves. Just put the ingredients for this crockpot Mississippi pot roast in the crockpot, turn it on, come home 8 hours later to a delicious meal. Sounds pretty heavenly, doesn’t it?
When I asked my husband to pick up a beef pot roast at the grocery, (yes, he does most the grocery shopping because he likes buying all the on-sale Starbucks coffee without me telling him we don’t need anymore since we have 10 lbs in the freezer already) I think he practically did a cartwheel out to the car. The man loves beef and he knows I hate cooking it.
He brought the roast home and was very interested as to WHEN I was planning this meal.
I put this meal together in about 5 min one morning when I knew our evening would be a bit hectic. I put a few baked potatoes in the oven an hour or so before dinner, steamed some veggies and had what I call a Farmer’s Dinner. Meat, Potatoes and Veg…..the only thing missing was the bread and butter. My husband was a happy man. (if your oven has a delayed timer option, you could place your potatoes inside in the morning)
What Type of Roast Is Best for Mississippi Roast?
Any beef roast will do. A chuck roast which is generally less expensive works well for this Mississippi roast recipe. I tend to go with a string wrapped roast, which is usually a better cut of meat and holds the juices in more while cooking.
How to make Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast
Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast
Easy "dump it all in" slow cooker dinner recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 beef roast
- 1 envelope package of dry Ranch Dressing mix
- 1 envelope package of dry Au Jus
- 1 stick of butter (real)
- 5 or 6 pepperoncini peppers (or more)
Instructions
- Place your roast inside your crockpot
- Sprinkle both (ranch dressing and au jus) dry seasoning envelopes over the roast.
- Place your peppers around the roast.
- Place your stick of butter on top of the roast.
- DO NOT ADD ANYTHING ELSE.........it will be OK, really.
- Turn on Low for 8 hours. Mine looked done after about 7. I suppose you could also try placing on high for 4 hours if you're in a hurry. I haven't tried cooking on high.
- When I make this again, I plan on flipping my roast over at the 4 hour mark.
Notes
This makes some yummy gravy! Great for drizzling over baked potatoes or egg noodles. I've also used this same recipe with a pork roast.
Can I Use a Pork Roast Instead?
Yes! We have started making this with a pork tenderloin more often than beef. This versatile recipe makes a great Mississippi Pork Roast.
I haven’t tried it, but readers have told me they even use Chicken. Basically, any type of meat will taste delicious. Cooking times may vary with smaller cuts.
Can Mississippi Roast Be Made In The Oven?
Yes! Use a dutch oven with the lid on instead of a crockpot and bake at 350° for 2-3 hours. If you have time, brown the meat on each side before baking. The result is pretty much the same.
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Pam Adams says
I put this in the crockpot this morning before going to work. My boyfriend ran over to check on it after about 4 hours. He flipped the roast over as was suggested by a comment I had read. He said the house smelled wonderful and he took a slice of the meat. He was amazed at how flavorful it was. He went back to the house later to peel the potatoes and put them in water for me when I got home from work. He took another slice… This is a keeper!
Kim says
Pam, thank you for taking the time to let me know! And what a guy!!
Joe says
We love love love this roast, but we add 3 more ingredients. 1 lb package of baby carrots, 1 1/2 lb bag of baby honey gold potatoes & 1 Large sweet vidalia onion cut into 1/8 wedges then separated and spread over the top. Then we dust the top generously with garlic powder. The flavor of the veggies is phenomenal after cooking on low for 10 hours!!!
Kim says
Fantastic additions! Recipes are always better when you can tweak them for your liking!
Cindy says
All I had was a pork roast… I didn’t like it so much.. Gonna try it with a chuck roast next time:) Ill bet it will be better.
Krissy says
I got this exact same recipe from a friend and it was awesome! By far the best crock pot meal I have ever made. I didn’t know this until afterward, but the ranch dressing mix contains MSG. I’m not sure if the Au Jus mix does or not. I am sensitive to MSG so I looked at the grocery store for other brands and couldn’t find any ranch mix without MSG. Today I am trying this recipe again but am using a DIY ranch dressing mix substitute recipe that I found online that is just a bunch of spices. I’m worried that it is not going to turn out as good though. I’m curious if anyone else has been concerned about MSG and found any substitutes? Thanks!
Kim says
I haven’t heard of any substitutes. Perhaps Whole Foods has one?
jamie says
ive used the Mccormick Brown Gravy when i dont have the Au Jus mix and it comes out yummy too. the brown gravy mix doesnt have any msg
Katie Craig says
Amazing yummy yummy all I can say
jamie says
i just want to say i just made this today and OMG. It is beyond delicious!!! i threw some tiny weeny baby carrots in at the half way point too.
Kim says
YAY!! Thank you for coming by to tell me! Enjoy!
Raina says
Hi there!
I am not what people would call the best cook in the world haha! So pardon my silly question. I was wondering, for the gravy, do you have to add anything when you take the roast out of the pot? Or does the combo of the melted butter, dry mixes, and meat juice just combine on it’s own? Thanks so much! 😀
Kim says
we just used it as is for baked potatoes, but it was still a little thin. You could take the gravy out and mix it with a bit of flour in a sauce pan if you wanted something thicker.
stephanie says
Hi I’m going to make this tonight, but im using a tri-tip roast and its a little under 2 pounds because I have Small family. My questions are should my cook time be shorter, like 5 to 6 hours? And should I use less butter?
Kim says
I would just keep an eye on it if you can. I would still use the same amount of butter so the gravy isn’t to strong.
Amy W says
I wanted to let you know, I made this for dinner last night. I can’t recall the last time my husband went so so so crazy for a crockpot meal. He’s not your typical meat and potato guy but this one he said was a WINNER! Thanks for sharing this incredibly easy one with us!
Kim says
Thank you so much for letting me know! It certainly is a simple and yummy recipe, great for those extra busy days!
Mandee says
Hi, I want to make the roast tonight? Have you tried cooking it on high yet for 4 hours? If you could let me know asap that would be awesome and much appreciated! Thanks!
Kim says
I have not tried cooking it on High……but I don’t know why you couldn’t do it in the oven.
Kristy says
I had pulled a roast out for dinner and was going to do the same ‘ol same ‘ol and then I saw this.
BEST. ROAST. EVER!! My husband and daughter said several times how good it was! I was worried about not having any juice, but definitely not a problem. I was able to make awesome gravy with it as well!
Thank you! I will never make it any other way again!
Kristy @ Cup Of Jo
Kim says
Kristy! I know right?! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave me a comment letting me know!
becky patterson says
Hmm, now I just need to figure out where to buy au jus gravy mix and ranch dressing mix – LOL! Think I’ll try this one. Thanks Kim
michelle says
Can you add veggies to this? I see you steamed them but the veggies in the meat juices are always so good. Also did you take some of the butter ojt when it was done? A stick of butter is a lot. I am guessing the stick of butter is what makes it so good. 🙂 thank you for the post.
Kim says
A stick is a LOT! And yes……anything with that much BUTTA is delicious. I’m going to try it with coconut oil next. Who knows!
Yes, you could add veggies! I baked potatoes and used the juice to drizzle over them.
Tina says
Was just wondering…
Recipe says an entire stick of butter but your pic looks like it’s about a 1/2 stick. What did you end up using?
Kim says
That’s a full stick of butter – ONE STICK is a 1/2cup
Holly Abston says
What kind of beef roast did you use, Kim?
Kim says
No idea…….my husband said maybe Tip?
Corynne says
Use a chuck roast – that should work fine!
Tracey says
I wonder how it would taste without the peppers because, ew, peppers. LOL
Kim says
I’m sure it would be just fine.
Christine Guerriero says
Add the peppers. These are mild and you don’t have to eat them!
Kim says
Yes! I have started to just dump half the jar in with some juice!
Tanya says
This looks amazing Kim, I have been using the same recipe for a long time. Pinning and sharing to make soon! xo
Kim says
I had never heard of this recipe, but when I searched to give credit, I soon realized that everyone and their dog makes it.
Brenda B says
No liquid? Seriously? :/ I’d really be afraid it would burn.
Kim says
I know!!! I was nervous too, but it turned out great!
Laurel says
Trust in adding no liquid. The juices from the meat with seep out. I make pork all of the time and add no liquid! Made this recipe tonight and everyone LOVED it!!!
Elaine says
Our family LOVES this roast! It’s perfect for our hectic weeknights. I also use a plug in timer since we are usually gone 12 hours a day, its the kind you’d use for lamps etc not only was it a cheap option it works fantastic! One of the best things I’ve ever bought!
Kim says
You are brilliant!
Suzan says
Elaine – I did the same thing and purchased one of those light thingies. It makes slow cooking so much easier when you have to be at work all day! I can now throw semi frozen chicken breasts in the cooker, set it to turn on about 4 hours after I leave for work and walk into a fabulous smelling house at the end of the day with moist chicken breasts ready to serve.
stacy says
I have a crock pot that I cant set the timer and when the timer goes on it goes to warm so bacteria doesn’t grow. it wasn’t expensive off Amazon
stacy says
I just need to proof read what I mean to say is I have a timer I can set on my crockpot and when the timer goes off it will put my meal to warm until I turn I turn it off so bacteria cant grow.
Wendy says
Elaine where do you get this wonderful timer!! I am so intrigued! Merry Christmas!
Kim says
I think she was talking about the plug in timers you usually use for lamps while on vacation.