This Crock Pot Beef Mississippi Pot Roast is a savory and tender slow cooker recipe, which includes beef chuck roast and pepperoncini peppers. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 10 hours and 5 minutes.
Crock Pot Beef Mississippi Pot Roast Ingredients
- 3½ pound beef chuck roast (use up to 4 pounds)
- 1 ounce beef au jus gravy mix
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 to 8 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/3 cup pepperoncini pickling liquids

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Mississippi Pot Roast
- Prep the roast: Place the beef chuck roast into your slow cooker.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix and ranch seasoning mix evenly over the roast.
- Top and pour: Add butter on top of the roast, then place the pepperoncini peppers around. Pour in the pepperoncini pickling liquids.
- Slow cook: Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Shred the beef: Carefully remove the roast and place on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred, discarding any fatty bits.
- Strain and return juices: Strain the cooking liquid using a fat separator. Discard the fat, then pour the remaining juices over the shredded beef in the slow cooker.
- Serve: Serve warm over mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish.

Recipe Tips
- Can I cook on high instead of low?
Yes, but the meat may not be as tender. Cook on HIGH for 5-6 hours if needed. - What does the ranch seasoning do?
It adds tangy, herby flavor that balances the richness of the beef and butter. - How to store leftovers:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. - Can I use a different cut of beef?
Chuck roast is best, but brisket or round roast can work in a pinch. - What are pepperoncini peppers?
They are mild, tangy chili peppers that add flavor without too much heat.
What To Serve With Mississippi Pot Roast
This dish is rich and savory, so it pairs well with creamy or light sides:
- Mashed potatoes
- Roasted carrots
- Green beans
- Dinner rolls
- Coleslaw

How To Store Mississippi Pot Roast
Refrigerate: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Place cooled roast and juices in freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Mississippi Pot Roast Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 503 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 51g
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 183mg
- Sodium: 859mg
- Potassium: 915mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Calcium: 49mg
- Iron: 6mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use homemade seasoning instead of packets?
Yes, you can make your own au jus and ranch blends if you want to control the ingredients.
Why do you use butter in this recipe?
Butter adds richness and helps the flavors blend into the beef.
Do I need to sear the meat first?
Nope! This recipe is designed to be super simple with no searing required.
Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Yes, cook on high pressure for 60 minutes, then natural release.
Does this taste spicy?
Not really—the pepperoncini are more tangy than hot.
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Crock Pot Beef Mississippi Pot Roast
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6-8
servings5
minutes10
hours503
kcalA flavorful, slow-cooked beef roast with ranch seasoning, au jus, and pepperoncini for a tender, comforting dinner.
Ingredients
3.5 to 4 lb beef chuck roast
1 oz beef au jus gravy mix
1 oz ranch seasoning mix
4 tbsp butter
6-8 pepperoncini peppers
1/3 cup pepperoncini liquid
Directions
- Place roast in slow cooker.
- Sprinkle with au jus and ranch seasoning.
- Add butter, peppers, and pour in pickling liquid.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours.
- Shred meat and discard fat.
- Strain cooking liquid and remove fat.
- Return shredded beef and juices to slow cooker.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes.
