Mississippi Pot Roast

Mississippi Pot Roast

To make this pot roast, you just have to put everything into the slow cooker. How easy is that? Just brown your meat, add it to the slow cooker, add your seasonings, and voila! When ready, the meat becomes so tender that it falls apart when shredded with two forks. It's easy, tender, juicy, and so delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

• Easy: It requires almost no work to make this pot roast.
• Simple Ingredients: You only need a few ingredients to make this roast.
• Great for Crowds: It makes a slow cooker full of meat, making this a great option for large families or gatherings.
• Perfect for Weeknight Meals: It's a straightforward meal that's perfect for even busy weeknights.
• Great for Meal Prep: Freeze the leftovers for future meals.

Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Ingredients

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this recipe, and they're all either in your kitchen or a quick trip to the grocery store away.

All the ingredients are listed here, but you can find the exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Chuck Roast: The classic roast for slow-cooking. Chuck roast is juicy and fork tender when cooked low and slow.
• Olive Oil: Olive oil keeps the roast from sticking to the pan while you sear it.
• Salt and Pepper: The classic seasoning combo, salt intensifies the other flavors in the dish, while pepper adds a subtle heat and earthiness.
• Pepperoncini Peppers: These peppers add a mildly spicy, tangy flavor to the pot roast.
• Ranch Dressing and Beef Onion Soup Mixes: These mixes work together to create a deep beef and onion flavor with a bold, tangy kick.

How To Make This Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

Being a crock pot recipe, this pot roast is incredibly easy to make. Aside from searing the outside of the roast, the slow cooker does all the work!

The recipe highlights are listed here, but you can find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1. Sear the Roast: Season the roast on both sides with salt and pepper and seaer it until golden on all sides.
2. Combine All Ingredients: Add the roast to the crock pot. Then, top it with the seasoning packets, butter, and peppers.
3. Cook: Cook the pot roast on low until it easily shreds with a fork.
4. Shred: Shred the pot roast with two forks, remove the excess fat, and enjoy!

FAQs

Serve With

Mississippi pot roast is just roast and seasonings, leaving you with plenty of serving options. Serve it with your favorite classic beef sides, and don't forget dessert!

• Garlic bacon green beans add a touch of sweet, smoky flavor to the meal.
• Mashed potatoes are a classic side. Pour a little of the juice over the potatoes as if it were gravy!
• Homemade apple pie makes the classic finisher for a beefy pot roast.

Storage

You can refrigerate this Mississippi pot roast recipe for a few days, or you can freeze it for a few months.

To reheat the pot roast, thaw it if frozen, then place it in the slow cooker on low or high, depending on how quickly you want to reheat it.

Refrigerator: Store for up to 4 days in an air-tight container.

Freezer: Store for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.

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• Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Potatoes (With Bacon)
• Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple & Brown Sugar

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