Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken
This tangy chicken dish is a healthier version of Mississippi pot roast! With only 6 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep, slow cooker Mississippi chicken is a budget-friendly weeknight meal.
Equipment
- slow cooker
Ingredients
- 2½-3 pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless Note 1
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus mix
- 1 stick salted butter cubed
- 8 pepperoncinis sliced
- ¼ cup pepperoncini juice
Instructions
- Add the chicken to the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus mix over the chicken.
- Add the butter and pepperoncini and pour in the pepperoncini juice.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours.
- When done, transfer the chicken into a bowl and shred it using two forks. (You can also use a stand mixer.) Return the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice or noodles, garnish with fresh parsley or chives. Enjoy!
Notes
Note 1: Chicken thighs can be used in place of chicken breasts. Chicken thighs cook faster than breasts, so it's best to check them around 3 to 3.5 hours.
Storing Tips:
- Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Mississippi chicken is freezer-friendly! Transfer to an airtight, freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. After that, you risk freezer burn.
- Reheat: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight then reheat individual portions in the microwave in a heat-proof bowl, or on the stovetop over medium heat until hot throughout.
- Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Mississippi chicken is freezer-friendly! Transfer to an airtight, freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. After that, you risk freezer burn.
- Reheat: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight then reheat individual portions in the microwave in a heat-proof bowl, or on the stovetop over medium heat until hot throughout.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 416mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 344IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only.