Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Mississippi Chicken, a zesty and savory dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a unique pepperoncini ranch sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, requiring only five ingredients and minimal prep time. The slow cooker method ensures juicy, flavorful chicken that can be enjoyed in various ways—over rice, in tacos, or as a satisfying sandwich filling. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or a quick dinner idea, this Mississippi Chicken is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 pepperoncini peppers + 1/4 cup juice from the jar
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 (1 ounce) packet au jus seasoning
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by adding the chicken breasts. Pour in the pepperoncini juice and place the peppers around the chicken.
- Sprinkle ranch and au jus seasoning over the chicken, then add the butter pieces on top.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the pot, mixing it with the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg