Mississippi Chicken Recipe
Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful and comforting slow cooker recipe that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. Made with tender chicken thighs, ranch seasoning, au jus gravy, and a kick of pepperoncini, it’s rich and juicy with a buttery sauce. Serve it shredded over garlic mashed potatoes for a complete meal. It’s easy to make ahead and stores well, making it ideal for meal prep. This dish brings bold flavors with minimal effort, perfect for busy schedules!
Ingredients for Mississippi Chicken
Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on for maximum flavor!)
Ranch seasoning
Au jus gravy mix
Pepperoncini peppers
Butter
Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken Instructions
1. Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Sear on all sides until a golden-brown crust forms. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, pepperoncini juice, and water until well combined. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
3. Add the Extras: Top the chicken with slices of butter and scatter pepperoncini peppers over it.
4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve shredded chicken over garlic mashed potatoes or with buttery biscuits for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Tips for the Best Mississippi Chicken
Flavorful and Tender: Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs deliver the juiciest results, but boneless thighs work well too. Avoid chicken breasts as they tend to dry out.
Adjust the Heat: While the sauce has a mild kick from the pepperoncini, reduce the peppers or replace the juice with water if you prefer a milder flavor.
Perfect Shredding: If the chicken isn’t shredding easily, it needs more cook time. Be patient—fall-apart tender chicken is worth the wait!
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
Make-Ahead Instructions:
This is an ideal meal prep recipe! Cook the chicken in advance, then store it in the fridge to reheat for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week. Pair with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted veggies like air fryer asparagus for a balanced meal.
Storing Leftovers:
Store leftover shredded Mississippi chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing Mississippi Chicken:
Freeze leftover chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop or microwave for a quick meal.
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This flavorful and juicy Mississippi Chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Try it today and savor the tender, buttery goodness!
