Description
Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful, tender, and easy slow cooker recipe featuring boneless chicken thighs or breasts smothered in a savory mix of ranch and au jus seasoning, butter, pepperoncini peppers, and chicken broth. Perfect for a hands-off meal that requires minimal prep and results in juicy, shredded chicken packed with tangy and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 2–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
Others
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 6–8 whole pepperoncini peppers
- ½ cup chicken broth (or as needed)
- Optional: diced fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Layer the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add seasoning mixes: Evenly sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and the au jus gravy mix over the chicken pieces for flavor.
- Add butter: Cut the unsalted butter into pats and distribute them over the seasoned chicken to add richness.
- Top with pepperoncini: Place the whole pepperoncini peppers on top of the chicken and butter for tang and a slight kick.
- Pour broth: Drizzle the chicken broth over the entire mixture to keep the chicken moist during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred and mix: Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker and mix it thoroughly with the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with diced fresh parsley for a touch of freshness and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time depending on your slow cooker model for best results.
- Use chicken breasts for a leaner dish or thighs for more juicy, flavorful meat.
- The pepperoncini peppers add tanginess and mild heat; adjust quantity to taste.
- This recipe is great served with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
