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Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi Chicken
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Mississippi Chicken is a quick, easy, and flavorful comfort food dish that combines tender chicken with a savory blend of ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, butter, and pepperoncini peppers. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread. This recipe offers a creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy sauce that makes every bite irresistible.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix (approximately 1 ounce)
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix (approximately 0.87 ounce)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into chunks
  • 6–8 pepperoncini peppers, whole

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather chicken breasts or thighs, ranch dressing mix, au jus gravy mix, butter, and pepperoncini peppers. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure proper cooking and a nice texture.
  2. Layer the Ingredients: Place the chicken pieces in a baking dish or slow cooker. Sprinkle the ranch and au jus gravy mixes evenly over the chicken. Add chunks of butter on top and scatter the pepperoncini peppers around the chicken.
  3. Cook Until Tender: For baking, cover the dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. Optional Cheese Topping: Near the end of baking, remove the foil and sprinkle shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese on top. Return to the oven and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, either shred the chicken gently or serve whole with the flavorful juices spooned over. Pair with your favorite sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or bread.

Notes

  • Use fresh, quality chicken for the best flavor and juiciness.
  • Do not skip the butter — it provides essential richness and creaminess.
  • Adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers according to your preferred heat and tanginess.
  • Pound chicken pieces to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Save the juices from the dish to spoon over sides like rice or mashed potatoes.

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