Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Is it lunchtime and you forgot to put the dinner in the slow cooker? It’s ok…I got you! This All In One Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe is perfect when you need to get dinner done quickly!

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Cooked in the crockpot, this Mississippi Pot Roast is one of the easiest recipes you will ever make for dinner. I can guarantee you that the whole family will be begging for me.

This recipe makes enough for two days’ worth of dinners. So no matter what day of the week it is, there’ll always be something delicious on the table at home.

Why We Love This Pot Roast Recipe (and you will too!)

  • Loaded with flavor
  • Fall apart tender beef
  • Easy to make
  • One pan to clean up afterward
  • Ready in just a few hours
  • No pre-seasoning needed
  • Perfect for any night of the week

Why is the Mississippi pot roast so good?

I grew up eating this easy dinner idea and now that my kids are now adult kids with places of their own…I’ve shared the recipe with them. It’s just so easy to make, the flavors are AMAZING and for those reasons, that’s why I believe that Mississippi pot roast is so good!

Should the pot roast be submerged in liquid?

It can or it doesn’t have to be submerged. With the added potatoes and carrots in this recipe, you definitely want more moisture to be in the crockpot so they will be cooked thoroughly. That’s why I add the beef broth to my recipe. It helps to create the moisture and juices needed to cook the carrots and potatoes.

Some recipes for Mississippi pot roast call for mashed potatoes on the side, but I like to make mine all in one simply because it makes it easier on me to get dinner prepped and ready to eat in time for dinner.

How do you reheat this pot roast recipe?

Since there will more than likely be leftovers, you can easily reheat this pot roast in the microwave. If using a microwave, place your desired amount in a microwave-safe bowl or plate. Heat for 1 minute, stir and reheat for another minute. Check to see if it’s warm enough for you and enjoy! See…simple!

To be honest, I just don’t have time to spend hours slaving over a kitchen stove these days. So I am all about keeping it simple in the kitchen. If I can toss it in a crockpot…I will do it! Anyways…lets dive into this delicious slow cooker meal idea.

All In One Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound chuck roast
  • dash of olive oil
  • 1 stick butter, sliced
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 12-14 slices pepperoncini peppers
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 6-8 red potatoes, cut in half to quarters
  • 3/4 bag of carrots

All In One Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe Instructions

  1. In a skillet, add the olive oil and chuck roast to brown on all sides.
  2. Once browned, remove the skillet and place it in a crockpot lined with a liner.
  3. Add sliced butter on top of the roast.
  4. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix on top.
  5. Next, add pepperoncini peppers over the roast.
  6. Cut red potatoes into halves or quarters and place them around the edge of the roast.
  7. Add the carrots next along with the beef broth.
  8. Set the slow cooker on high and cook for 4-6 hours.

Other Items Needed

  • Medium Skillet
  • Crockpot

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

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Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

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Mississippi pot roast crock pot with vegetables

Here’s a printable version of this Easy Crockpot Dinner Recipe:

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound chuck roast
  • dash of olive oil
  • 1 stick butter, sliced
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 12-14 slices pepperoncini peppers
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 6-8 red potatoes, cut in half to quarters
  • 3/4 bag of carrots

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, add the olive oil and chuck roast to brown on all sides.
  2. Once browned, remove the skillet and place it in a crockpot lined with a liner.
  3. Add sliced butter on top of the roast.
  4. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix on top.
  5. Next, add pepperoncini peppers over the roast.
  6. Cut red potatoes into halves or quarters and place them around the edge of the roast.
  7. Add the carrots next along with the beef broth.
  8. Set the slow cooker on high and cook for 4-6 hours.

Notes

Other Items Needed

  • Medium Skillet
  • Crockpot

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 14 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 552Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 1420mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 4gSugar: 5gProtein: 38g

Hey y'all! I'm Kristi, a go with the flow mom of 2 teen boys that's a little creative, organized enough and gets dinner on the table in a hurry.

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Do you put vegetables under roast in crock pot?

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 put vegetables in bottom or top of crock pot roast?

Prepare vegetables and add to the bottom of a lightly greased 6 qt. (or larger) slow cooker. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large cast iron skillet. Using tongs, sear meat on all sides until browned and place on top of vegetables in the crockpot.

Why is my Mississippi pot roast not tender?

If you find your pot roast is tough, there is one reason. You need to cook the roast longer. Crock pot roast should result in a super tender and juicy roast.

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."