Looking for a flavorful and easy crockpot chicken dinner? This Mississippi Mud Chicken is a mouthwatering twist on the classic roast packed with bold ranch and au jus flavor, spicy pepperoncinis, and melt-in-your-mouth buttery goodness. A true Southern comfort food recipe perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends!
Ingredients:
3 pounds of chicken thighs, drumsticks, or chicken breasts
6 pepperoncini peppers (just the peppers no juice)
2 packets (1 oz each) au jus gravy mix
1 packet (0.4 oz) buttermilk ranch dressing mix
1 stick salted butter (like Land O’Lakes), chopped into pieces
Instructions:
- Place your chicken (thighs, legs, or breasts) into the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the au jus mix and ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken.
- Chop up the salted butter and scatter it over the top.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers directly on top of the chicken. (Do not add the liquid!)
- DO NOT ADD WATER or any other liquid.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours until the chicken is tender and falls apart easily.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, white rice, or even buttered egg noodles.
Perfect for:
Meal prepping
Family dinners
Easy weeknight crockpot meals
Southern-style comfort food lovers
This Mississippi-style chicken recipe is rich, savory, and a total crowd-pleaser. Don’t be surprised if your family requests this one on repeat!
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