Mississippi Chicken
This easy Mississippi chicken recipe is juicy, tender, and full of rich, buttery Southern flavor. Slow cooker or Instant Pot method — perfect weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 1-oz packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 1-oz packet au jus gravy mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter cut into pats
- 4-6 pepperoncini peppers juice is optional
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Place chicken in slow cooker or Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus mix over the chicken.
- Top with butter and scatter pepperoncini peppers on top. Add a bit of pepperoncini juice if desired.
- Slow Cooker: Cook on low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours.Instant Pot: Cook on high pressure 12–15 minutes, then quick release.
- Once done, shred the chicken right in the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite sides — garnish with parsley.
Notes
Nutritional Value Card (Approximate Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~340 kcal |
| Protein | ~38 g |
| Fat | ~17 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~4 g |
| Fiber | ~1 g |
| Sugar | ~2 g |
| Sodium | ~820 mg |