This slow cooker Mississippi pork roast recipe is the ultimate busy-day meal! Made with ranch mix, brown gravy mix, unsalted butter, and peperoncini peppers, it’s tender, flavorful, and perfect for family dinners.
A Dump-and-Go Dinner for Your Busiest Days
If you’ve got a busy day ahead and need something comforting waiting in the slow cooker, this Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast has your back. It’s one of those slow cooker pork recipes that’s ridiculously easy — no searing, no fuss — just flavor-packed comfort food that practically cooks itself.
This recipe borrows the magic of the classic Mississippi Pot Roast (think ranch, au jus gravy mix, and buttery goodness) but gives it a delicious pork twist. Whether you’re feeding a hungry farm crew or your own busy family, this recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat every single time.
Why You’ll Love This Mississippi Pork Roast
- It’s made with simple pantry staples — nothing fancy or hard to find.
- It’s a true slow cooker pork recipe: toss everything in and walk away.
- The mix of au jus gravy mix, ranch seasoning, peperoncini peppers, and unsalted butter gives it rich, tangy, and savory flavor.
- Leftovers make fantastic sandwiches, sliders, or wraps for the next day.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Boneless pork roast (pork shoulder roast, pork loin, or tenderloin): Choose your favorite cut of meat — fattier cuts like shoulder give juicy flavor, while leaner loin stays tender in the sauce.
- Dry ranch seasoning mix: Adds that herby, tangy flavor we all love.
- Brown gravy mix: Deepens the flavor and makes the sauce rich and savory. You can also use Au jus gravy mix
- Peperoncini peppers + pepperoncini juice: Add tang without overwhelming spice — these mild peppers give the roast its signature Mississippi Pot Roast flavor.
- Unsalted butter: Melts into the juices for silky, savory richness.
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- A Dump-and-Go Dinner for Your Busiest Days
- Why You’ll Love This Mississippi Pork Roast
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How to Make Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
- Helpful Tips
- What to Serve With Mississippi Pork Roast
- How to Store Leftovers
- Serving Suggestion
- Make It Ahead
- Recipe FAQ
- Final Thoughts
- Related Recipes
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How to Make Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
I love a good crockpot dump recipe. This is all about putting the ingredients straight into the crockpot!
Step #1: Step 1: Prep the Pork. Place your boneless pork tenderloin in the slow cooker. Trim any excess fat if needed.
Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the top of the pork. Add butter.
Step #2: Add Peppers and Juice. Pour in your peperoncini peppers along with a few tablespoons of pepperoncini juice for extra tang.
Step 5: Cook Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–6 hours, until the pork shreds easily with a fork. Transfer to a plate, shred with two forks, and return the pork to the slow cooker to soak up those juices.
Pro Tip: For extra depth of flavor, sear the pork in a large skillet with olive oil before slow cooking.
Helpful Tips
- Line your slow cooker with a disposable bag if you want easy cleanup after a busy day.
- Don’t skip the butter — it’s what makes the sauce rich and silky.
- For a leaner meal, skim off any visible excess fat before shredding.
What to Serve With Mississippi Pork Roast
How to Store Leftovers
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through.
- Freezer: Cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat.
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Use your leftover pork roast in Pulled Pork Quesadillas!
💡 Tip: Keep leftover pork roast in some of its cooking juices to help it stay moist when reheating.
Serving Suggestion
Serve your Mississippi Pork Roast with Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes or Italian Green Beans with Tomatoes for a complete meal that feels like Sunday supper, even on a weeknight.
Or, pile it on buns for easy sandwiches or sliders.
Make It Ahead
This is a perfect busy day meal! You can prep the ingredients the night before, cover the slow cooker insert, and keep it in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, just pop it into the cooker and go about your day.
Recipe FAQ
Yes, you can put raw pork into the slow cooker. Just make sure that it's fully thawed if you're taking it out of the freezer!
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re feeding your family on a busy day or need a cozy dinner after chores, this Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast is pure comfort. With rich flavor, minimal prep, and easy clean-up, it’s a recipe you’ll make again and again.
This is the kind of meal that earns a permanent spot in your recipe rotation — flavorful, forgiving, and always satisfying.
If you love this recipe, don’t miss my Crockpot Mississippi Chicken or my guide to 14 Leftover Pulled Pork Recipes for easy ways to reinvent leftovers.
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Mississippi Pork Roast
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Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 ounce packet dry ranch dressing mix
- 1 ounce packet brown gravy mix
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers with the juice
- 1 stick butter
Instructions
- Lightly coat your slow cooker insert with a bit of olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Place the 2-3 pounds pork tenderloin in the slow cooker. If you’re using a fattier cut of meat, trim any excess fat as desired.
- Sprinkle the 1 ounce packet dry ranch dressing mix and 1 ounce packet brown gravy mix mix evenly over the top of the pork.
- Add 1 cup pepperoncini peppers with the juice and juice. Top with 1 stick butter
- Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–6 hours, until the pork is fork-tender and shreds easily.
- Remove the roast, shred with two forks, and return the pork to the slow cooker to soak up all that flavorful juice.
Notes
Nutrition
This Farm Girl Cooks is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. Calories and other nutritional values vary depending on which brands were used.
