Prepared in a flash, this tender, flavorful, savory yet sweet Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe melts in your mouth!
The Perks and Highlights of the Best Mississippi Pot Roast
Cuisine Inspiration: Southern Comfort
Primary Cooking Method: Slow Cooking
Dietary Info: Gluten-Friendly Options Available
Key Flavor: Savory, Rich, with a Touch of Spice
Skill Level: Beginner Friendly
Sweet Highlights:
- Easy: With a minimal prep time and the magic of the slow cooker, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to impress without the stress.
- Flavor Galore: The unique ingredients creates a savory, rich flavor profile
- Spice it Right: Those little peppers add just the right amount of heat
- Butter for the Win: Butter ensures your roast comes out tender, juicy, and packed with flavor.
- Serve it Your Way: Whether it’s over mashed potatoes, nestled in a sandwich, or enjoyed all on its own, this pot roast adapts to your cravings.
What Is a Mississippi Pot Roast?
About 15 years ago a woman from Ripley, MS, named Robin Chapman, made a pot roast in her slow cooker. Now known as Mississippi Roast, it eventually became one of the most popular recipes on the internet.
Ingredients
The simplicity of this Mississippi Pot Roast is where its true beauty lies.
The ingredients that come together to make the tastiest, tenderest, most delicious pot roast ever.
- A chuck roast
- ranch dressing mix
- au jus gravy mix
- butter
- pepperoncini peppers
- and my extra trick: brown sugar
How to Make Mississippi Pot Roast
1. Start by placing your roast in the cozy confines of your slow cooker. This is where the magic begins!
2. Sprinkle your roast with a ranch dressing packet, gravy mix, and a touch of brown sugar. This trio works together to create a flavor explosion in every bite.
3. Add a pop of heat with peppers, and then crown your creation with a generous pat of butter.
4. Let your slow cooker work its magic for 8-10 hours on low or if you’re pressed for time, 5-6 hours on high will do the trick. Patience is key here – the longer it cooks, the more tender it becomes.
5. Before serving, use a spoon to skim off any excess oil thatās settled on top. This ensures your pot roast is both delicious and not overly greasy.
6. Once your roast is fall-apart tender, grab two forks and get to shredding. Serve it over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Storage
Transfer any leftovers into an airtight container and put in the fridge. It should stay good to go for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can even freeze it for up to 2-3 months; just make sure to thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
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Brown Sugar Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe
Ingredients
- 2-4 lb chuck roast
- 1 ranch dressing packet
- 1 au jus gravy packet
- 1/3-2/3 cup dark brown sugar packed
- 7 pepperocini peppers
- 8 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Add the roast to the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Next pour ranch dressing packet, gravy mix and brown sugar over the top.
- Add peppers on top followed by Land O LakesĀ® Butter with Canola Oil.
- Add everything to slow cooker and cook for 8-10 hours on low or 5-6 hours on high. Use a spoon to remove additional oil on top of pot roast.
- Once completely tender, shred with two forks and serve over mashed potatoes.
Krystal says
Iāve made this dish many times over the last 6 years and it has always been a hit. However, adding the brown sugar sounds like a great addition. Recently, I stopped eating red meat and have replaced the beef with chicken. It is delicious. I am wondering how the brown sugar will taste with the chicken . Iām going to have to test it out. Thanks āŗļø
pk says
Delicious. Great recipe.
Karen Tannenbaum says
I made Mississippi pot roast….and then I made your brown sugar version. No going back…hands down just delicious and layers of flavor. The brown sugar is a game changer. My husband and I just sat there eating and going on my, sweet, tangy, spicy. and just delicious. Thank you!
Maya Sanders says
Delicious and easy!
Made today cooked to perfection.
Sandra says
This looks like such a delicious, easy and cozy recipe. Going to have to make it :D.
Susan says
Made this tonight. Delish!!! Will be making it again and again and again. Sharing the recipe with family and friends.
Renee says
I made this a couple of weeks ago for my parents. They loved it they are still talking about it 2 weeks later. My dad said it was the best dinner he had in a long time. They keep asking when I’m going to make it again.
Cynthia Burrell says
Made this today and it was delicious ! I also the honey bun cake for dessert. Yummy.
Debbie D. says
I Absolutely LOVE this pot roast. Itās easy to maker, very tasty and my kids love it!!
Debbie says
This was delicious, I added 2/3 cups of brown sugar. Next time, I make it will use 1/3 cup. My roommate loved it. Served it over mashed potatoes. So easy and so good!