Description
A flavorful and effortless Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken recipe perfect for busy nights. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a rich, cheesy, and buttery sauce with bold ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Cream cheese and shredded cheddar melt into the sauce to create a comforting and luscious Southern-inspired dish that’s family-friendly and easy to prepare in one pot.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix (about 1 oz)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced
- 6–8 pepperoncini peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into dollops
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts thoroughly to ensure seasoning adheres properly and the chicken cooks evenly.
- Layer the Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Evenly sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and au jus gravy mix over the chicken. Add slices of butter on top, followed by the pepperoncini peppers.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Add Cream Cheese and Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, add dollops of cream cheese evenly over the chicken and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese. Allow the cheese to melt and create a velvety sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly, gently stir to combine everything and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use a 5 to 6-quart slow cooker for even cooking.
- Don’t skip the butter; it adds essential richness and depth.
- Avoid overcooking to prevent dry chicken, especially when using breasts.
- Adding a bit of fresh pepperoncini juice enhances tang and flavor complexity.
- Shred the chicken after cooking for an easy-to-eat texture before adding cheese, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg