Description
A flavorful and easy Crockpot Mississippi Chicken recipe featuring tender shredded chicken cooked slowly with zesty Ranch seasoning, savory Au Jus gravy mix, buttery richness, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Perfect for a hands-off meal that delivers big taste with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning & Sauce
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1 packet Au Jus gravy mix (about 0.87 ounces)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 5-6 pepperoncini peppers
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Place the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot, arranging them in an even layer to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle the entire packet of Ranch seasoning mix and the Au Jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken breasts, coating them thoroughly for balanced flavor.
- Top with butter and peppers: Arrange the 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in pats on top of the seasoned chicken and scatter the 5-6 pepperoncini peppers around the chicken within the crockpot.
- Season to taste: Lightly season with salt and pepper according to your preference, keeping in mind that the seasoning mixes and pepperoncini add saltiness.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on the LOW setting for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for about 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and easily shred with a fork when done.
- Shred and combine: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing it thoroughly with the buttery sauce and pepperoncini juices for rich flavor integration.
- Serve: Dish out the warm shredded Mississippi chicken, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a hint of color and freshness.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary depending on your crockpot model; check tenderness at the earlier time to avoid overcooking.
- Pepperoncini peppers add a mild tang and slight heat; adjust quantity to taste.
- Leftover chicken is great for sandwiches, tacos, or salads.
- For a lower-fat option, reduce butter slightly, but it will affect the sauce richness.
- If you prefer spicier chicken, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce before cooking.
