Crock Pot Mississippi Pork Roast
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This Crock Pot Mississippi Pork Roast turns a handful of ingredients into a rich, savory dish that feels right at home on the dinner table. Slow cooking transforms pork shoulder into tender, pull‑apart meat with bold flavor, making this an easy way to feed the whole family on busy weeknights or for a relaxed sunday supper.
This is one of my cozy slow cooker recipes for the season. I just love how the aroma of a home cooked meal warms my kitchen.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Made with simple ingredients found at most grocery stores
- Pork shoulder cooks into juicy, shredded pork with much flavor
- Minimal prep with sprinkle packets of dry ranch dressing and soup mix
- A versatile dish that works with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies
- One of the easiest ways to make a complete meal with less time in the kitchen
Ingredients for mississippi pot roast
- Pork shoulder roast – you may need to half one depending on your crockpot size
- Ranch dressing mix – this is one of my favorite ranch dressing mixes to use.
- Onion soup mix
- Pepperoncini peppers
- Butter 0 or margarine
How to make mississippi roast
Step by Step Instructions Overview. Full details in recipe card.
Step 1 – Add the pork shoulder to your crock pot.
Step 2 – Sprinkle over the ranch mix and onion soup mix.
Step 3 – Add the peppers, and add the butter, cut into tabs, on top.
Step 4 – Cook for 6-8 hours on low.
Raquel’s Time Saving Tips ⏱️
- Make a double batch and use the meat to make sandwiches or burritos for a second meal.
Tips for the best results
- Pat the boneless pork roast dry with a paper towel before seasoning
- If you have a few minutes, sear the roast on all sides before placing it in the crock pot by heating it in a skillet over medium heat about 5 – 8 minutes.
- Place the pork shoulder fat side up so flavor melts over the top of the roast
- Keep enough liquid in the crock pot so the meat stays tender during slow cooking
- Cook on low for the full cooking time for best results
- Shred the pork directly in the crock pot so it soaks up the rich flavor
Substitutions and variations
- Pork loin or pork tenderloin works for a leaner option, though pork shoulder stays juicier
- Unsalted butter may replace a salted stick of butter to control salt level
- Pepperoncini peppers or peperoncini peppers both work well
- A slow cooker pork recipe twist includes serving the shredded pork as pulled pork sandwiches
- Try the instant pot for a faster version with enough liquid
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FAQs
Pork shoulder delivers the most tender results, though other cuts of pork can work.
Low heat for six to eight hours gives the best texture and flavor.
Yes. Store leftover pork roast in an airtight container in the fridge.
Shredded pork stores well in a freezer‑safe container for future meals.
Creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple vegetable side pair well with this kind of meal.
What to Make with Leftover Pot Roast
I love to make sandwiches, burritos or tacos with leftover pot roast. You can enjoy it hot or cold in a sandwich and a little Chipotle mayo. Or heat it up and wrap in a tortilla with or without beans.
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Crock Pot Mississippi Pork Roast
Equipment
- Cock pot or slow cooker
Ingredients
- 1 pork shoulder roast **you may need to half one depending on your crockpot size
- 1 packet of ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet of onion soup mix
- 5-6 pepperoncini peppers
- 1 stick of butter
Instructions
- Add the pork shoulder to your crock pot.
- Sprinkle over the ranch mix and onion soup mix.
- Add the peppers, and add the butter, cut into tabs, on top.
- Cook for 6-8 hours on low.
Notes
Nutrition
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This was so easy! Great recipe.