Instant Pot Mississippi Roast

This Instant Pot Mississippi Roast is melt-in-your-mouth tender, bursting with tangy, savory flavor in every bite. Best of all, it’s ridiculously easy to make with just five ingredients and hardly any effort!

Recipe: $29.14 | Per Serving: $4.86 | Servings: 6

Mississippi Roasts are nothing new; they've been around for years, but this variation is my favorite because 1- it's incredibly simple, and 2- it's "slightly" cheaper than the alternative recipes out there. How so? Well, we don't use any butter in this recipe, so we use fewer ingredients.

🥘 Ingredients

Chuck Roast- You'll want to use a chuck roast for the best results, but a bottom round roast will work fine in a pinch (and may be cheaper per pound). Make sure to trim the excess fat off around the edges before using.

Yellow Peppers- Use a jar of pepperoncini peppers or banana peppers for a flavor-packed dish.

Beef Broth- While some other Mississippi roast recipes use Au Jus mixes, we find that a low sodium beef broth works just as well too.

For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

📖 Variations- Adjusting Spice Levels

• Traditional Roast. Mississippi roast is traditionally made with pepperoncini peppers, but they can be too spicy for some, especially kids.
• Adding MORE heat. Try using a jar of jalapeno peppers instead! These will really kick it up a notch!
• Reducing Heat. If you still want to use pepperoncini but reduce the heat, try using fewer peppers and less juice. Half a jar is usually enough.
• Banana Peppers Substitute. Banana peppers are a great alternative, they’re not spicy, but have a sweet and tangy flavor that adds something special to the roast. We’ve switched to banana peppers and now prefer the flavor. It’s delicious and kid-friendly!
• Dill Pickles as Another Option. Another tasty swap is dill pickles. If you enjoy the flavor of dill, this can be a fun twist on the classic recipe. We’ve really enjoyed using dill pickles in place of peppers, and I highly recommend giving it a try.
  • Love dill? You might also like my Dill Pickle Potato Salad and Pickle Lemonade, both are full of bold, refreshing flavor.

🔪 Instructions for Instant Pot Mississippi Roast

Please note that searing your Chuck roast is completely optional and can be skipped, if desired. If your roast fits neatly in your Instant Pot, you can sear it inside your IP using the Searing option. I just enjoy excuses to use my cast iron.

Step 1: Preheat your Instant Pot's Saute setting or warm a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil, and then place your raw Chuck roast inside. (Image 1). Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until there's a nice golden color on each side of your roast. (Image 2).

Step 2: Remove your roast and place it into the Instant Pot (if not there already). (Image 3).

Step 3: Add in all of the remaining ingredients. You can use a full jar of peppers plus their juices, or use as little as half the jar if you want less spice. (Image 4).

Step 4: Add the lid to your Instant Pot and make sure the vent is sealed. Set your Instant Pot to High Pressure for 65 minutes and allow to cook. Once finished, let it have a 10 minute Natural Pressure Release before you remove the remaining pressure. (Image 5).

Step 5: Open your Instant Pot and behold your glorious meal. (Image 6).

Step 6: Carefully remove the Chuck roast and place it onto a large cutting board. Shred the meat apart with two forks. (Image 7). It should fall apart very easily. But be careful as it will be hot and juicy. I recommend keeping a towel nearby.

Step 7: Take your shredded meat and add it back into the Instant Pot. Give it a good stir to evenly distribute the meat and juices. Then scoop and serve as desired. (Image 8).

Enjoy!

👩🏻‍🍳 Storage and Reheating

• Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
• Freeze for up to 2-3 months in a freezer-safe container.
• Reheat gently on the stove, in the oven, or microwave until warmed through.

🥪 Creative Leftover Ideas

• Sandwiches. Use your leftover meat for delicious sandwiches the next day! Toast some buns, add some chees,e and top with some warmed up roast. Yum!
• Tacos and Nachos. Use the meat as a filling for Mississippi Roast Tacos or as a topping for nachos by adding some cheese, sour cream, and other desired toppings.
• Soups and Salads. Don't be afraid to add some of the meat over your next salad or in your next soup for added depth and flavor too.

🥗 Side Dishes

Most traditionally, Mississippi roast is served over the top of creamy mashed potatoes, but don't be afraid to try it over some cooked egg noodles or steamed rice instead.

I recommend adding a vegetable side dish that's colorful and preferably green, as it will help to break up the bland colors on your plate. Something like green beans, Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli, or even a squash casserole would be good.

⏲️ Make Ahead Instructions

• Freezer Meal Option: You can make this into a freezer meal for later (perfect for meal prepping) by adding all of the ingredients to a large freezer-safe bag. I do not recommend adding the broth or liquids to the bag, but you can add a beef bouillon cube and a note to add ½ cup- 1 cup of water when you go to cook it!
• Don't forget to freeze flat for easier storage. When ready to cook, simply thaw the bag in the fridge overnight before cooking as usual.

• Cook in Advance: You can also make the entire roast ahead of time! After cooking, shred the meat and let it cool completely. Store it with its juices in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat in the Instant Pot on the “Sauté” setting or in a skillet with a splash of broth to revive the flavors.