Description
Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring tender shredded chicken breasts cooked with zesty pepperoncini peppers, ranch seasoning, au jus mix, and melted butter. Perfect for an easy, hands-off meal, this dish is savory, tangy, and delicious served on its own or over rice, mashed potatoes, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings & Sauce
- 12 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice (from the jar)
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix (e.g., Hidden Valley)
- 1 (1 ounce) packet au jus seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), cut into pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker, arranging them evenly.
- Add Pepperoncini and Juices: Pour in 1/4 cup of the pepperoncini juice from the jar over the chicken, then scatter 12 whole pepperoncini peppers on and around the chicken pieces.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle one packet each of ranch seasoning mix and au jus seasoning evenly over the chicken and peppers for that classic Mississippi flavor.
- Add Butter: Distribute 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter cut into pieces on top of the chicken and seasonings.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred and Serve: Remove the lid and shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks, mixing it well with the buttery, tangy sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers to your heat preference, as they add a mild tangy spice.
- This recipe is easily doubled for larger crowds using a larger slow cooker.
- Leftover shredded chicken works great for sandwiches, salads, or taco fillings.
- To reduce sodium, look for low-sodium ranch and au jus seasoning mixes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-5 oz chicken with sauce)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
