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Mississippi Chicken

Mouthwatering Mississippi Chicken for Ultimate Comfort Food

Enjoy Mississippi Chicken, a 5-ingredient wonder perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 large chicken breasts Consider using boneless skinless chicken thighs for even more moisture.
For the Sauce
  • 12 pieces pepperoncini peppers Adjust the amount for your preferred spice level; banana peppers can be used as a milder substitute.
  • 0.25 cup juice from the jar
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Hidden Valley is a great brand choice for authentic taste.
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix Due to its saltiness, taste before adding more salt.
For Richness
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Opt for unsalted to better control the overall saltiness of the dish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mississippi Chicken
  1. Begin by placing your slow cooker on a stable surface and set it to the low setting. Take four large chicken breasts and arrange them in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Next, take the 12 pepperoncini peppers and scatter them around the chicken breasts. Pour in 1/4 cup of juice from the pepperoncini jar.
  3. Sprinkle the 1-ounce packet of ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken breasts. Follow this by adding the 1-ounce packet of au jus gravy mix.
  4. Now, take 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, cut into pieces, and place it on top of the chicken and seasonings.
  5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred the meat right in the slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat gently to maintain the chicken's moisture and flavor.

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