Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken

This Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken is a delicious and easy recipe to make. It is made with simple ingredients that are all full of flavor. The chicken is slow cooked in the crockpot for several hours to create a tender and flavorful meal.

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• Why you'll love this recipe   
• Ingredients
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• Equipment
• FAQ's
• Deb's tips
• Variations
• Storage
• Related recipes
• Serve with
• Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ It's an incredibly easy meal to make with only a few ingredients.

✔️ The slow cooking process ensures that the chicken is tender and juicy.

✔️ It can be served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a complete meal.

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

• skinless boneless chicken breasts
• dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch or Uncle Dan's)
• jar of tangy pepperoncini peppers
• stick of butter

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

1. Spray crockpot vessel with non stick cooking spray.
2. Place chicken in the bottom of slow cooker. Season the top of the chicken with dry ranch seasoning mix packet.
3. Top with pepperoncini peppers, cubed butter, and ½ cup reserved pepper juice over chicken.
4. Cover, and cook until chicken is fork-tender on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
5. Shred chicken using two forks.
6. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

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• slow cooker
• forks

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FAQ's

Deb's tips

• This is a great recipe to make ahead for meal prep and to freeze for later. Once the chicken is cooked, let it cool completely before freezing.
• To prevent the chicken from drying out while cooking, be sure to cover the crockpot with a lid.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, use less pepperoncini peppers or switch them out for mild banana peppers.
• You can also use a slow cooker liner for easy clean-up if you prefer.
• Fresh parsley and sliced green onions are an excellent garnish for this recipe.
• The ranch packet can be quite salty, so you can use unsalted butter if you want to cut down on the salt.

Variations

• Add a packet of au jus gravy mix or brown gravy mix in place of the ranch seasoning mix.
• If you prefer dark meat, boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for this recipe.
• For a spicier version, add some red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix or use a spicy ranch packet.
• Swap out the butter for cream cheese or sour cream if desired.
• Or, try adding some cooked bacon for an extra smoky flavor!
• For additional flavor you can add a packet of au jus mix.
• For a cheesy version, place the shredded chicken in a casserole dish then top with provolone cheese. Place it under the broiler for a couple minutes for a melted provolone cheese twist.

Storage

Refrigerate - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezer - This dish is great for freezing! Let it cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating.

Reheating - To reheat, place chicken in a saucepan over medium heat and stir until heated through. Alternatively, you can warm it up in the microwave or oven.

Related recipes

• If you are looking for another delicious slow cooker chicken recipe, give this Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe a try. It's creamy and super easy and only requires a few minutes of prep time which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
• The next time you are in the mood for a flavorful chicken dinner give this Crockpot Angel Chicken should be on your list to try. It's one of my favorite crockpot meals to make when you something easy, yet hearty.
• Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is a great weeknight meal when you are craving a comforting meal that is bursting with delicious flavors and cheesy goodness. You can never go wrong with this easy chicken dinner recipe.

Serve with

• These Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are a family favorite side dish to serve with this flavorful Mississippi chicken recipe.
• Steamed Brussel Sprouts are on of my favorite sides to make with a hearty meal like this one. They are so easy to make and even picky eaters will love them.
• These Roasted Green Beans and Carrots are a fresh yet tasty side dish that pairs so well with easy dinner recipes like this one.

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