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Easiest and most amazing roast ever. Combine the ranch, italian dressing and brown gravy packets with a 1/2 cup of water and pour over roast in a crock pot.

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Ingredients

Baking & Spices

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Gravy mix, brown dry

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Italian salad dressing mix, dried

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Ranch dressing mix, dry

Liquids

1/2 cup Water

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1 (4 -5 lb) beef roast, any kind

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Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

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Pinners say: Easiest and most amazing roast ever. Combine the ranch, italian dressing and brown gravy packets with a 1/2 cup of water and pour over roast in a crock pot.

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Ingredients

Baking & Spices

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Gravy mix, brown dry

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Italian salad dressing mix, dried

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Ranch dressing mix, dry

Liquids

1/2 cup Water

Other

1 (4 -5 lb) beef roast, any kind

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This unique recipe for Mississippi Pot Roast is full of flavor and the most tender roast you will ever try. Filled with butter and tangy peppers for a surprisingly comforting meal. Great over mashed potatoes or steamed rice.

If you have not tried the Mississippi roast fad, it is time. This is one of my most requested recipes, and I have two other versions, a Spicy Mississippi Roast and Chicken Mississippi recipe.

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

Why do they call it Mississippi Pot Roast?

I’m in quite a few Facebook crockpot recipe groups, and this Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast recipe has been the rage for years. Though this is not your traditional pot roast recipe, this will please even the pickiest of eaters.

Some people call it Mississippi Mud Roast, and some even call it the forbidden roast, for the group members are tired of everyone posting photos of it!

The famous roast has just 4 ingredients; chuck roast, butter, brown gravy mix (or au jus mix), and ranch dressing mix. If you love easy slow cooker recipes, then get these ingredients ASAP!

Recipe Ingredients

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix
  1. Chuck Roast – This is a highly marbled beef roast that is the key to this recipe.
  2. Brown Gravy Mix – This little packet thickens the sauce a bit and adds a great beefy flavor. If you want to use a different kind of packet such as an au jus packet or onion soup mix packet, see my info below on sodium content.
  3. Ranch Dressing Mix– Why ranch mix? This has great onion and garlic flavor. You can use any one-ounce packet, even the packet labeled “dip”. There is also a spicy version that works great in this recipe.
  4. Usalted Butter – Adds a butter flavor and makes it ultra decadent. Use your favorite brand. You can use salted, but it may make the dish even saltier.
  5. Peperoncini Peppers and Juice– the peppers and juice add a vinegary tang to the roast, don’t skip on this!

Step by Step Instructions

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

Step One – Add the chuck roast to the slow cooker—no need to brown with my easy version.

Step Two – Sprinkle over the dry Ranch dressing Mix

Step Three – Sprinkle over the Brown Gravy. Add the jarred pepperoncini peppers and juices.

Step Four – Add the stick of cold butter to the top of the roast.

Step Five – Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or on HIGH for 6-7 hours.

Step Six – Shred the meat with two forks and serve.

Which packet to use to make this recipe have less sodium:

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

Many of my fans have said that they think the famous crock pot Mississippi Pot Roast recipe is too salty. I have found when they do say that, they are using one of the more salty packets. The packet I use is listed first below.

  • McCormick Brown Gravy (entire packet): 1360mg sodium
  • Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix (entire packet): 2800mg sodium
  • McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix (entire packet): 3600mg sodium

Look at the differences in sodium content. If you want to use onion soup mix or au jus, I recommend using half a packet or serving over something plain like white rice.

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

What goes well with Mississippi Pot Roast?

Shred the meat with two forks and discard any fatty pieces. Serve with one of these suggestions. This melt-in-your-mouth pot roast is great served any way!

  • On hoagies, hamburger buns or slider buns – Don’t forget the french fries!
  • Steamed white or brown rice – The roast can be on the salty side and rice is one way to tone that down.
  • Mashed potatoes – This is the most popular side for this incredible roast.
  • Cauliflower rice -A way to make this meal a little healthier.
  • Steamed vegetables
  • Gravy – For a thicker gravy, you can make a pot roast gravy by whisking in a cornstarch slurry made from cold water and cornstarch.
Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

Expert Tips and FAQs for this Recipe

Do I have to use the butter?

The butter adds a buttery flavor to this dish which makes it ultra decadent. Many people do leave it out or cut the butter in half without issues. If you think it will be too rich, definitely leave it out! I do not recommend using margarine for this.

Can I use a different kind of meat?

You can use a beef bottom round roast or beef rump roast if desired. Or, you can use pork roast or chicken breasts or thighs with this recipe. Use pork gravy or chicken gravy if you do so.

Is Mississippi Pot Roast Low Carb or Keto?

Yes, a serving is about 2 grams of carbs per serving.

How can I make this in an instant pot (pressure cooker)?

Yes, though you’ll want to add a cup of beef broth to the pot before starting, or you will get a burn warning.

Can I add potatoes and carrots?

Yes! Add chunks of potatoes with their skins on and chunks of carrots (or baby carrots) at the beginning of the cooking time.

Do I have to brown my meat for Mississippi Pot Roast?

The chuck roast does not need to be browned before adding to the crockpot. Though it won’t hurt the recipe if you do.

What can I use instead of pepperoncini in this?

You will need to use pepperoncini peppers for it to have the Mississippi flavor. Though you can use dill pickles and some of the pickle juice for a different twist.

Do I add liquid?

The unsalted butter will melt and will be the liquid for the flavorful pot roast recipe. Do not add water or broth. The meat will also cook down and make more liquid.

Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

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Slow cooker pot roast with ranch and italian dressing mix

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger-oval

  • 4 lb. chuck roast 3-5 lbs will work
  • 1 oz. ranch packet (can use original packet, dip packet or spicy packet)
  • .87 oz. brown gravy packet (I use McCormick) See substitutions in notes below
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) can use salted
  • 10 or more peperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup peperoncini juice (optional but adds more tanginess and flavor)

  • Add the roast to the slow cooker. You can brown the meat in a skillet on the stovetop if desired but I do not.

  • Add the ranch packet and brown gravy packet on top of the roast.

  • Add the stick of butter, peppers and pepper juice.

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 6-7 hours. Do not open the lid while the roast cooks.

  • Shred with two forks right in the slow cooker. Remove any fatty pieces.

What are some idea on how to serve this shreded meat?

  • On hoagies, hamburger buns or slider buns
  • Steamed white or brown rice
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Cauliflower rice or with steamed vegetables.

Can I use an Au jus packet or onion soup mix packet?

Yes, but beware they are saltier than the brown gravy mix, see below:

  • McCormick Brown Gravy Sodium (entire packet): 1360mg
  • Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix (entire packet): 2800mg
  • McCormick Au Jus Gravy (entire packet): 3600mg

Can I use a different type of meat?

  • You can use pork roast or chicken breasts or thighs with this recipe.
  • Use a pork gravy or chicken gravy if you do so.

Do I have to add the butter?

  • The butter adds a buttery flavor to this dish which makes it ultra decadent.
  • Many people do leave it out or cut the butter in half without issues. If you think it will be too rich, definitely leave it out!

Can I add potatoes and carrots?

Yes! Add chunks of potatoes with their skins on and chunks of carrots (or baby carrots) at the beginning of the cooking time.

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 452mg | Potassium: 607mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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How to Cook Ranch pot roast in slow cooker?

It doesn’t get much better than this slow cooker ranch flavored pot roast! In a small bowl, mix the ranch seasoning, Italian dressing mix and brown gravy mix. Pat roast dry then rub the seasoning mixture over the entire roast. Place in a 5-7 quart slow cooker and pour the water around the roast.

How to cook beef chuck roast in crock pot with gravy?

Directions. Whisk together the water, Italian dressing mix, ranch dressing mix, and brown gravy mix together in a bowl until smooth. Place the beef roast into a slow cooker, and pour the sauce over top. Cook on Low until the roast is easily pierced by a fork, 6 to 8 hours.

How do you cook a pork roast with ranch dressing mix?

Whisk together the water, Italian dressing mix, ranch dressing mix, and brown gravy mix together in a bowl until smooth. Cook on Low until the roast is easily pierced by a fork, 6 to 8 hours.

What is the best way to cook a pot roast?

Best tender and juicy pot roast you've ever eaten! Also great sliced up and served on hearty rolls. Place beef chuck roast into a slow cooker and scatter onion quarters around the meat. Pour the beef broth over the meat and sprinkle the au jus mix, Italian salad dressing mix, salt, and black pepper over the roast.

Do you put vegetables in bottom or top of crock pot roast?

Layer wisely: For even cooking, cut food into uniform-size pieces. Place firm, slow-cooking root vegetables like potatoes and carrots at the bottom of the crock and pile the meat on top.

Do you have to brown a roast before putting it in the crockpot?

"Browning, or caramelizing, meat before putting it into a slow cooker isn't one hundred percent necessary, but it is well worth the effort for the most flavorful and full-bodied end result," he says. "The caramelized surface of the meat will lend rich flavor and color to the finished dish."

Why is it called Mississippi pot roast?

But, where did the recipe come from? According to Southern Living, Mississippi Pot Roast was the invention of Robin Chapman, a mom from Ripley, Mississippi who stumbled upon the creation in the '90s when she tried to make her aunt's pot roast recipe less spicy for her kids.

How do you cook a roast in a crock pot without drying it out?

If the meat comes with skin or a fat cap, leave that intact to keep the meat from drying out. It's also possible that the meat simply cooked too long. Generally, start out with about 1 to 1.25 hours per pound for cooking on high and 1.25 to 1.5 hours per pound for cooking on low.