Crockpot Mississippi Chicken
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When you want a cozy meal prep dinner to warm you up in cold weather, crockpot Mississippi chicken delivers every time. Perfect for weeknight meals, potlucks, and it’s freezer-friendly for busy nights.
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Why This Recipe is a Favorite
Mississippi flavors are my jam! Just check out my Mississippi pot roast recipe. And now I’m back with this zesty, bright, buttery, and tender Mississippi chicken.
It’s an easy and unforgettable meal, perfect to make on busy weeknights and truly ideal for meal prep, too. I love that it’s another “dump and go” recipe, meaning all you need to do is add the ingredients into your slow cooker and press start. No need to sweat over a hot stove!
Best of all, there are only 5 ingredients in this recipe. This dish pairs well with just about any side dishes, and it’s sure to become a family favorite you’ll be making on repeat.
Happy Kitchen Secrets
Let’s make sure you have 100% success with this Instant Pot or slow cooker Mississippi chicken. Here are our favorite tips:
- Use a meat thermometer. Check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts to make sure that they are cooked to a safe temperature (165°F).
- Use similarly sized chicken breasts. Make sure each chicken breast is around the same size and thickness so that they all cook evenly.
- Check the pressure release. When using the pressure cooker, it is really important to let the pressure release on its own. Don’t rush the process and do a manual release, or your chicken may be tough!
Ingredients
You only need five simple ingredients to make this chicken dinner:
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts: You can use chicken thighs if you prefer.
- Pepperoncini peppers: Make sure to use both the peppers and the liquid from the jar. To tone down the flavor, substitute banana peppers. Their flavors are very similar- the only real difference is the heat.
- Ranch seasoning mix: Use a homemade ranch seasoning or any store-bought ranch dressing mix – either will work just fine.
- Chicken bouillon: This is an easy way to amp up the flavor. I prefer to use Better than Bouillon or something similar. However, if you prefer not to use bouillon, you can use a packet of au jus gravy mix instead.
- Ghee or butter: Whichever you have on hand! Both will result in rich, delicious chicken.
How to Make Crockpot Mississippi Chicken
Grab your slow cooker and let’s get cooking! The very best thing about this recipe is that there are only 2 steps and just minutes of prep time. Here’s how to make it:
- Add the chicken, pepperoncini, ranch mix, bouillon and ghee or butter to your slow cooker. Turn it on and wait for the magic to happen. That’s all the prep you have to do!
- When it’s done, use two forks to shred the chicken into tender deliciousness. Allow it to sit a bit in its own juices to soak up more flavor, then serve!
Cook Time
- Slow Cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or high heat for 3-3.5 hours.
Mississippi Chicken Recipe FAQ
The flavors of Mississippi are zesty and bright from the ranch seasoning. Pepperoncini adds a bit of heat, and the liquid from the jar adds brine and acid. The ghee or butter is the final element that adds lush, rich flavor.
Absolutely! All you have to do is dump the ingredients into your Instant Pot, secure the lid, open the vent, and set it to cook on High power for 15 minutes. When the cook time is over, let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes. After that, remove the lid, shred the chicken, and serve it up!
Storing Leftovers
Allow the shredded chicken to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container or zip top bag, and store in the refrigerator. Use with 3-4 days, per USDA guidelines.
To freeze for later, transfer the shredded chicken to a freezer-friendly zip top bag (or any freezer-safe airtight container). Squeeze as much air as you can out of the bag, press the mixture flat in the bag and set in the freezer. For best taste, defrost and use within 4 months.
Other Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes
If you need new meal ideas, I’m here for you! Some of my new favorites are Marry Me Chicken and Chicken and Wild Rice Soup (Instant Pot recipe).
I’d love to hear about your experience making this recipe! Please leave a comment and rating below!
Crockpot Mississippi Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup ghee or butter
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chicken boullion
- 8-10 pieces pepperoncini or banana peppers for milder heat
- ½ cup liquid from pepperoncini jar
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Instructions
- Add the chicken, pepperoncini, pepperoncini liquid, ranch seasoning, butter (or ghee) and bouillon to the slow cooker.
- Cook on the Low heat setting for 5-6 hours, or on High heat for 3-3.5 hours. Remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken into bite sized pieces.
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Serving Suggestions
This easy Mississippi chicken recipe makes the perfect weeknight dinner. Try it with:
- Potatoes: My family loves this chicken served over creamy mashed potatoes.
- Veggie sides: Roasted parsnip fries or air fryer roasted green beans would go so well with this flavorful chicken!
- Salad: Want a lighter side? Serve your chicken with a fresh green salad topped with homemade dressing, like this apple cider vinaigrette.
- Lettuce Wraps: Wrap some crunchy Romain lettuce leaves around the juicy shredded chicken and pepperoncini.
Finish off your meal with a sweet treat, like these delicious strawberry blondies or some biscoff shortbread cookies.
