Description
This Mississippi Chicken recipe is a rich, tangy, and unbelievably flavorful dish made with just 5 simple ingredients. Slow-cooked to perfection, this tender shredded chicken is ideal for sandwiches, tacos, or served over mashed potatoes. If you’re looking for an easy, comforting meal that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum taste, this is the ultimate dump-and-go recipe for you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet (1 oz) au jus or brown gravy mix
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced into cubes
- ¾ cup pickled banana peppers (with juice), plus extra for garnish
Optional Additions:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for extra depth of flavor)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (for a mild kick)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the chicken.
Step 2: Add the Flavor Boosters
- Scatter the butter cubes on top of the seasoned chicken.
- Pour the pickled banana peppers and some of their juice over everything.
Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
Step 4: Shred & Serve
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
- Stir everything together so the chicken absorbs the flavorful juices.
- Serve hot on sandwiches, over mashed potatoes, in tacos, or with rice.
Notes
- Substitutes for Au Jus Mix: Use beef broth + ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or brown gravy mix.
- Prefer a spicier dish? Swap banana peppers for pepperoncini or add red pepper flakes.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on LOW) or 4 hours (on HIGH)
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
- Cuisine: American, Southern