Heavenly Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken For The Lazy Days Recipe

I was charmed by a version of Mississippi Chicken that combined tender chicken breasts with the tang of ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix. Rich unsalted butter mingled with zesty pepperoncini peppers and their juice in my slow cooker for a dish that bursts with bold flavor.

I’m super excited to share my latest recipe – Heavenly Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken For The Lazy Days. This recipe is all about making a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

I start off by using 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts which simply soak up the flavors when cooked in the slow cooker. I toss in a packet of ranch dressing mix and a packet of au jus gravy mix which gives the chicken a savory twist.

Then I add 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and a handful of pepperoncini peppers along with 1/4 cup of their juice which really kicks up the flavor. Its one of those recipes that shows you how simple ingredients can work together to create a mouthwatering dish thats perfect for a hectic day.

Every bite reminds me that sometimes, the easiest recipes are the most satisfying. If you love slow cooker dishes, you’re gonna dig this one!

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe because it’s super easy to make – I just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do its thing while I get on with my day. Also, I really love how all those flavors mix together; the ranch, au jus, butter, and pepperoncini create this tangy, buttery sauce that makes every bite delicious. Another reason is that the chicken ends up so tender and pulls apart easily, making it perfect for a comforting meal when I am tired or rushed. Finally, it reminds me of those simple home-cooked meals that you can almost feel the love in every bite, which is something I really appreciate about it.

Ingredients

• These chicken breasts are packed with protein and give a hearty base for the meal.
• This ranch mix adds tangy herby flavor that brightens the dish its really yummy.
• Au jus gravy mix brings rich umami and a savory depth that makes the sauce smooth.
• Butter provides creamy smoothness that ties flavors together in a classic comfort style.
• Pepperoncini peppers deliver a zesty kick with mild heat and tang elevating every bite.
• Juice from the peppers adds a subtle sour note that balances the rich flavors nicely.

Ingredient Quantities

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 lbs)
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)
• 1 packet au jus gravy mix (1 oz)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 5 to 6 pepperoncini peppers
• 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice

How to Make this

1. Put the chicken breasts in the slow cooker evenly.

2. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix over the chicken, making sure they cover every piece.

3. Toss the butter into the slow cooker — you can just drop the whole stick on top of the chicken.

4. Add the pepperoncini peppers right on top; try not to leave any out.

5. Pour the pepperoncini juice evenly over everything to boost the flavor.

6. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.

7. Set it to low for about 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.

8. When its done cookin, take the chicken out and shred it using two forks.

9. Mix the shredded chicken back into the juices and melted butter in the slow cooker so the flavors stay together.

10. Serve hot and enjoy this super easy, tasty meal on your lazy day!

Equipment Needed

1. Slow cooker with lid
2. Measuring cup
3. Two large forks for shredding the chicken

FAQ

Heavenly Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken For The Lazy Days Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have ranch dressing mix, you can mix together dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder and a pinch of salt and pepper to mimic that flavor.
• If you’re out of au jus gravy mix, try using beef bouillon cubes dissolved in water with a dash more seasoning to get that savory kick.
• For unsalted butter, margarine or even coconut oil can work as a substitute, just keep in mind the flavor might be a little off.
• If you cant find pepperoncini peppers, banana peppers or even mild pickled jalapenos can be a decent replacement.
• When you dont have pepperoncini juice, a mix of dill pickle juice and a splash of vinegar does a fine job of adding that tang.

Pro Tips

1. Try patting the chicken dry and a little bit of extra salt before you put it in the cooker so it really soaks up all the flavors.
2. If you’ve got a slow cooker that runs a bit funky, stirring the juices halfway though the cooking time can help mix everything up evenly.
3. The pepperoncini give a good kick, but if you don’t like things too spicy, you might wanna take out some of the seeds before adding them in.
4. When you shred the chicken, do it right in the pot so all that buttery, tangy sauce stays mixed up with every bite.