Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken
Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful, tender, and buttery dish made with ranch seasoning, au jus mix, butter, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this slow-cooked meal delivers bold, comforting flavor perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet dry au jus gravy mix (or brown gravy mix)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 6–8 pepperoncini peppers (whole or sliced)
- 2 tbsp pepperoncini juice (from the jar)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker.
- Place chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken.
- Top with butter and scatter the pepperoncini peppers over and around the chicken. Add the pepperoncini juice for extra flavor.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix it with the juices.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or on sandwich buns.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter and low-sodium mixes to control saltiness.
- For extra creaminess, stir in cream cheese before serving.
- Try using chicken thighs for a juicier, more flavorful result.
- Great for meal prep—store in portions for quick lunches or dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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