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Mississippi chicken served with mashed potatoes and rich gravy,

MISSISSIPPI CHICKEN

jenna Morel
Viral slow cooker sensation!Only 5 ingredients. Dump & go. Tender, tangy, buttery perfection. Theeasiest dinner ever!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American (Southern / Comfort Food)
Servings 6
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs!
  • 1 packet 1 oz ranch seasoning mix (dry, not dressing)
  • 1 packet 1 oz au jus gravy mix (dry)
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter, sliced
  • 8-10 pepperoncini peppers + ¼ cup juice from jar

Instructions
 

  • Add chicken to slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle ranch mix, then au jus mix over chicken.
  • Add peppers + ¼ cup juice. Top with butter slices.
  • Cook LOW 6-8 hours or HIGH 3-4 hours.
  • Shred chicken, toss with sauce. Serve over rice!

Notes

USE FULL STICK BUTTER: Don't reduce! Creates the sauce!
  • Pepperoncini juice essential: Tangy magic! Use ¼-½ cup.
  • Instant Pot: 15 min high pressure + 10 min natural release.
  • Storage: Fridge 4-5 days. Freezes 3 months. Tastes better next day!
NUTRITION (per serving): 290 cal | 35g protein | 15g fat | 3g carbs
Viral for a reason! Easiest, most addictive chicken!
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