Description
This Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken recipe is a wonderfully simple and flavorful slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with au jus gravy, ranch seasoning, and tangy pepperoncini peppers, producing a deliciously juicy and buttery meal ideal for serving over rice, mashed potatoes, or in sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Additions
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 8-10 pepperoncini peppers
- ¾ cup juice from the pepperoncini jar
- ½ cup butter, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of the Crock Pot, forming a base layer for the dish.
- Add the Seasonings: Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix and ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse rich flavors during cooking.
- Add the Vegetables and Peppers: Scatter the diced onion around the chicken, then place the pepperoncini peppers on top. Pour in the pepperoncini juice to add a tangy and mildly spicy kick to the meal.
- Top with Butter: Place the sliced butter evenly on top of all the ingredients in the Crock Pot, ensuring the chicken will become rich and tender as it cooks.
- Cook: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is fully cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the Crock Pot, then stir the shredded chicken together with the sauce and vegetables for even flavor distribution.
- Serve: Serve the Mississippi Chicken hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or on buns to create juicy sandwiches for a delicious and hearty meal.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more pepperoncini peppers or include some of the seeds.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger groups; adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for more texture and flavor.
- If you prefer a less salty meal, use low-sodium versions of the au jus and ranch mixes.
