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CROCKPOT MISSISSIPPI POT ROAST- Best Ever!

Modified: Feb 13, 2022 · Published: Jun 19, 2020 by Allison Treadwell · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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CROCKPOT MISSISSIPPI POT ROAST- Best Ever!

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast is the most delicious and easiest pot roast you will ever make! It's hard to believe that a recipe with only 5 ingredients could be this good but it is!

I have made quite a few pot roasts in my life and there are always lots of ingredients and tons of steps to get a tender roast so I was skeptical when I heard of the infamous Mississippi Pot Roast with only 5 ingredients that you just pour on top..

However, Mississippi Pot Roast did not disappoint. I think the hardest part of the recipe is writing the name!! The flavor is deep, the meat is tender and everyone who had it loved it.

I can't take credit for this recipe! The original recipe came from a woman named Robin Chapman, who is from Ripley, Mississippi. She created a chuck roast recipe from her family recipes.

Since then there have been many versions made but I went with the the brown gravy version since my recipes are gluten free. The traditional version uses an Au Jus packet which you can use if you are not gluten-free. I couldn't find a gluten free Au Jus packet so I used the Brown Gravy packet and it turned out delicious. Also, I have a quick way to make your own Au Jus which we have done as well. (See recipe below under Food Allergies)

Disclaimer- Some links below are Amazon affiliate links, meaning at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

What Kind of Meat is Mississippi Pot Roast?

Mississippi Pot Roast is typically made with a chuck roast. You could also use a shoulder steak. A tougher meat is used for this because it cooks all day breaking down all that tough meat with lots of fat into a tender juicy fall apart roast.

What You Need to Make Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast?

This is the best part of making this roast is how few ingredients you need.

Ingredients

  • 3- to 4-pound roast, your choice of cut
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 package Brown Gravy Packet ( Pioneer Brand Gravy is Gluten Free)
  • 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
  • Pepperoncini peppers, number to your liking, and a little juice

How to Make Make Mississippi Pot Roast?

The first step is optional. I always sear my meat but I have heard from several people that they skip this step. However, if you don't have time you can skip step one.

How to Make it Less Salty

One of the complaints about the Mississippi is that it is too salty. I LOVE salt so that never a problem for me but if you prefer less salt I recommend making your own Au Jus and Ranch Packet. These two things have the most sodium in them and they are super easy to make on your own.

Here's the link to making your own ranch. Homemade Ranch Packet.

How to Make Au Jus- Take juices from searing the meat. Add 1 cup low sodium beef broth to the pan. Cook it down onto medium high until reduced by 50%. Add to crockpot with all other ingredients.

Step 1 -Generously salt and pepper roast. Heat Canola Oil in Pan. Using medium-high heat wait until the oil just starts smoking and add meat to the pan.

Step 2- Sear each side of the meat for 5 minutes.

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

Step 3- Add Roast to Crockpot

Step 4. Sprinkle Ranch packet and Gravy Packet over meat.

Step 5. Place a stick of butter on top of everything

Step 6. Add 3-4 Pepperoncinis on and around meat. (Add more or less depending on how much heat you like)

Step 4- Cook on low for 8 hours.

Step 5- Shred with two forks and serve.

Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

What to Serve with Mississippi Pot Roast?

Here are a few of the things I love to serve with this:

  • Mashed potatoes
  • Corn
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Asparagus

Is Mississippi Pot Roast Keto?

Yes! Mississippi Pot Roast is Keto. This recipe is very low in carbs, so it will fit right in with your diet. Make sure and keep it low carb with sides like mashed cauliflower, Brussel sprouts or asparagus. No mashed potatoes allowed!

Food Allergies

Gluten Free - I make everything gluten free in our house because my husband has celiac disease, which is when you are allergic to gluten. Most of the Au Jus or Gravy Packets that are typically used in this recipe are made with wheat flour. I use and recommend the Pioneer Gluten Free Gravy Mix. If you can't find a gluten free packet you can easily make your own Au Jus.

How to Make Au Jus- Take juices from searing the meat. Add 1 cup beef broth to the pan. Cook it down onto medium high until reduced by 50%. Add to crockpot with all other ingredients.

If you are not gluten free feel free to use any Au Jus Packet.

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I'm not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

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Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast

Mississippi Pot Roast

Allison Treadwell
Mississippi Pot Roast is the most delicious and easiest pot roast you will ever make! It’s hard to believe that a recipe with only 5 ingredients could be this good but it is!
4.27 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 hours hrs
Total Time 8 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 561 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 3-4 pound chuck roast or your choice of cut
  • Canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon pepper
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix Pioneer is gluten free
  • 3-4 pepperoncini

Instructions
 

  • Heat canola oil in pan.
  • Salt and pepper entire roast.
  • Sear each side of the meat for 5 minutes.
  • Add roast to Crockpot.
  • Sprinkle ranch packet and gravy packet over meat.
  • Place a stick of butter on top of everything.
  • Add 3-4 pepperoncini on and around meat. (Add more or less depending on how much heat you like)
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5.
  • Shred with two forks.

Nutrition

Calories: 561kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 44gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 197mgSodium: 1700mgPotassium: 784mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 525IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 5mg
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Comments

  1. Maggie Hostetler says

    October 23, 2021 at 12:48 pm

    You suggested Pioneer brand gravy packets, however those are not gluten free. It contains wheat, and wheat contains gluten. Please make correction.

    Reply
    • allisonetreadwell says

      October 23, 2021 at 7:05 pm

      Hi Maggie! Thanks for reaching out. We have a gluten free version at our grocery store and they have it at Walmart as well. https://pioneerbrand.com/portfolio-posts/gluten-free-brown-gravy-mix/ In addition I link to the gluten free version in the post. Hopefully, that solves your concern. I would never want anyone to use a gluten gravy who is gluten free. Thanks again!

      Reply
  2. Steven says

    July 22, 2023 at 4:56 pm

    Do you use the whole package of gravy mix if you use the pioneer brand. It’s 2x as big as McCormicks

    Reply
    • Allison Treadwell says

      July 25, 2023 at 12:56 pm

      I would use half the package then. You don't want it to be too salty.

      Reply
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