🔥 Mississippi Chicken Recipe 🍗🌶
A rich, buttery, and slightly spicy shredded chicken dish that’s incredibly easy to make! Perfect for sandwiches, rice, or mashed potatoes.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or a substitute like olive oil)
- 5-6 pepperoncini peppers (whole)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
- Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken.
Step 2: Add Butter and Peppers
- Place the butter (cut into small pieces) over the chicken.
- Add the whole pepperoncini peppers on top.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
- Slow Cooker Method: Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
- Oven Method: Cover and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 2.5-3 hours.
- Instant Pot Method: Cook on HIGH pressure for 15 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Shred and Serve
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks.
- Stir everything together so the chicken absorbs the flavorful juices.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra pepperoncini slices (optional).
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
✔ Mississippi Chicken Sandwich – Serve on a toasted bun with melted cheese.
✔ Over Rice or Mashed Potatoes – Pour the rich sauce over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes.
✔ Low-Carb Option – Enjoy with roasted vegetables or in lettuce wraps.
💡 Tips & Variations
⭐ Less Spicy? Use fewer pepperoncini peppers or remove the seeds.
⭐ Extra Creamy? Add ½ cup cream cheese for a richer sauce.
⭐ Crispy Option? Broil shredded chicken for 3-5 minutes for crispy edges.
⚖️ Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Protein: 45g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fats: 20g
💪 Health Benefits
✔ High Protein – Helps with muscle recovery and keeps you full.
✔ Keto-Friendly – Low in carbs and perfect for a keto diet.
✔ Rich in Electrolytes – Pepperoncini peppers add a natural sodium boost.
❓ Q&A
❓ Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes! Chicken thighs add more flavor and stay juicier.
❓ How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
❓ Can I make this in advance?
Absolutely! It reheats well, making it great for meal prep.
Would you like more side dish ideas or custom variations? Let me know! 😊🔥
🍗🌶
A rich, buttery, and slightly spicy shredded chicken dish that’s incredibly easy to make! Perfect for sandwiches, rice, or mashed potatoes.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or a substitute like olive oil)
- 5-6 pepperoncini peppers (whole)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
- Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken.
Step 2: Add Butter and Peppers
- Place the butter (cut into small pieces) over the chicken.
- Add the whole pepperoncini peppers on top.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
- Slow Cooker Method: Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
- Oven Method: Cover and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 2.5-3 hours.
- Instant Pot Method: Cook on HIGH pressure for 15 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Shred and Serve
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks.
- Stir everything together so the chicken absorbs the flavorful juices.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra pepperoncini slices (optional).
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
✔ Mississippi Chicken Sandwich – Serve on a toasted bun with melted cheese.
✔ Over Rice or Mashed Potatoes – Pour the rich sauce over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes.
✔ Low-Carb Option – Enjoy with roasted vegetables or in lettuce wraps.
💡 Tips & Variations
⭐ Less Spicy? Use fewer pepperoncini peppers or remove the seeds.
⭐ Extra Creamy? Add ½ cup cream cheese for a richer sauce.
⭐ Crispy Option? Broil shredded chicken for 3-5 minutes for crispy edges.
⚖️ Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Protein: 45g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fats: 20g
💪 Health Benefits
✔ High Protein – Helps with muscle recovery and keeps you full.
✔ Keto-Friendly – Low in carbs and perfect for a keto diet.
✔ Rich in Electrolytes – Pepperoncini peppers add a natural sodium boost.
❓ Q&A
❓ Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes! Chicken thighs add more flavor and stay juicier.
❓ How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
❓ Can I make this in advance?
Absolutely! It reheats well, making it great for meal prep.
Would you like more side dish ideas or custom variations? Let me know! 😊🔥