Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
Mississippi Pork Roast is a savory, melt-in-your-mouth dish that turns a simple pork shoulder into a flavorful, fork-tender masterpiece. Slow cooked with tangy pepperoncini peppers, zesty ranch seasoning, and rich au jus gravy mix, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Served with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables, it’s a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy days.
Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
If you want a flavorful dinner with almost no hands-on cooking, this slow cooker recipe is a lifesaver. The pork slowly simmers for hours, absorbing the peppery tang from the pepperoncini and the savory richness of the seasonings. The result is a perfectly tender roast that practically falls apart with a fork.
Whether you’re serving it for Sunday dinner, meal prepping for the week, or hosting friends, Mississippi Pork Roast is a simple yet flavorful dish that always impresses.
Looking for more slow cooker meals? Check out this Slow Cooker Rump Roast and this Slow Cooker Taco Soup.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast Recipe
My favorite reasons for loving this recipe.
- Bold, Savory Flavor: Tangy, peppery, and perfectly seasoned for a comforting bite.
- Effortless Cooking: Just a few ingredients in the slow cooker and you’re done.
- Versatile Serving Options: Delicious over potatoes, rice, or piled onto sandwiches.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Makes generous portions that store and reheat well.
Ingredients
- pork shoulder (or pork butt)
- packet ranch seasoning mix
- packet au jus gravy mix
- unsalted butter, cut into chunks
- pepperoncini peppers , plus some of the juice
- water or broth if your slow cooker runs hot
How to make Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
- Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the top. Add the butter chunks on top of the pork.
- Place the pepperoncini on and around the pork. Pour in 2 tablespoons of the brine.
- Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4–5 hours, until the pork is fall-apart tender.
- Tip out some of the juices, shred pork in the slow cooker.
Tips for the Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
- Choose the Right Cut: Pork shoulder (Boston butt) yields the most tender, flavorful results.
- Don’t Skip the Pepperoncini: They add a unique tang that balances the richness of the pork.
- Shred & Serve with Juices: Mix the shredded pork back into the cooking liquid for maximum flavor.
What to serve with Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or on sandwich rolls. For a low-carb option, pair with air fryer broccoli or cauliflower mash.
Substitutions and Variations for Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
Swap pork for beef chuck roast or chicken thighs for a different twist. Use homemade ranch seasoning to control sodium, or replace pepperoncini with banana peppers for a milder tang.
Storage & Reheating
• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Gently in a pan or microwave with a splash of broth to loosen.
• Freeze: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb lb pork shoulder or pork butt, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 oz packet au jus gravy mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick, cut into chunks
- 6-8 pepperoncini peppers from a jar, plus 2 tbsp of the juice
- ½ cup water or broth if your slow cooker runs hot
Instructions
- Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the top.
- Add the butter chunks on top of the pork.
- Place the pepperoncini on and around the pork. Pour in 2 tablespoons of the brine.
- Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4–5 hours, until the pork is fall-apart tender.
- Tip out some of the juices, shred pork in the slow cooker.
