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Home » Recipes » Slow Cooker Recipes

Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken

Published: Oct 14, 2022 Last Updated: Feb 3, 2023 by Marye 1284 words. | About 7 minutes to read this article.

Crockpot Mississippi chicken is one of the easiest recipes on the planet! Less than 5 minutes of prep time means it's perfect for weeknights.
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Mississippi chicken being ladled out of the crock pot.

Change up this family favorite by using chicken instead of beef!

Spooning of Mississippi chicken over crockpot
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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Things to know
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 📞 The last word
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • Only needs a handful of simple ingredients
  • One of those crockpot meals where you just throw everything in and go
  • Impossible to mess up this super-easy recipe

Crock pot Mississippi chicken is a delicious twist on the classic, family-favorite roast. It takes just a few minutes of prep time and you've got yourself a mouth-watering, tangy, flavorful chicken dinner—the only hard part is spelling "Mississippi!"

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

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🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step by step list
  1. Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix and au jus mix over top of the chicken.
  2. Add onion, butter, and peperoncini peppers to crockpot.
  3. Pour in remaining peperoncini liquid and cook.
  4. Shred. Enjoy slow cooker Mississippi chicken with your favorite sides!

🥫 Storage

One great thing (of many!) about crock pot Mississippi chicken is that it makes a fabulous leftover/freezer meal. That really helps out on busy weeknights!

The best way to store leftovers (for three to four days) is in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Simply scoop out the leftover chicken and microwave it for a super quick dinner or lunch.

To make this easy meal last for up to three months, freeze leftovers in thick, plastic zip-top bags or other freezer-safe storage containers. You can let it thaw in the fridge, or put it right in the microwave.

Thankfully, frozen shredded chicken thaws really quickly, so you can enjoy the delicious Mississippi chicken taste in no time at all!

Overhead shot of Mississippi chicken

📖 Variations

  • Dark Meat: You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. In that case, however, I'd only use half a stick of butter since thighs are a bit fattier.
  • Beef It Up: We love the chicken version, but you can use traditional beef. (Check out my original Mississippi pot roast recipe for more info!)
  • About the Peppers: I like whole pepperoncinis as they're easier to remove later, but you can use sliced peppers, too! Banana peppers work in a pinch if you can't find pepperoncini in your grocery store.
  • Other Onions: Use your favorite type of onion, or whatever you have on hand. Vidalia onions will make this crockpot chicken recipe a little sweeter, while a white onion will taste milder. If you don't like onion, you can omit it or replace it with some minced garlic.
  • More Heat, Please: I always add the option, because this Southern family likes things spicy! The tangy pepperoncini peppers don't add much heat, so if you want things a bit spicier, sprinkle in some cayenne or red pepper, or drizzle in your favorite hot sauce.
  • Short on cooking time? You can use the 6-8 hours/low heat setting and the 3-4 hours/high heat setting interchangeably.
  • Serving Ideas: Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or on top of a fluffy bed of rice—use cauliflower rice for a low carb option.
  • Just Add a Bun: Spoon some melted provolone cheese on top of your Mississippi chicken for the best sandwich ever!

💭 Things to know

Expert Tip: You don't have to salt your chicken before adding it to the crockpot. The packet of au jus gravy mix and the dry ranch dressing mix have all the flavor needed.

  • Don't swap the au jus packet for a brown gravy mix—they're made differently and the texture won't turn out the same.
  • Use unsalted butter if you're nervous about sodium intake.
  • You don't need to add any more liquid (other than the jar of pepperoncini juice.) In addition to the pepperoncini liquid, the chicken releases its own juices which keep this crockpot Mississippi chicken recipe moist and juicy!
  • As tempting as the aroma is, don't lift the lid off of your crockpot while the chicken is cooking. Doing so releases heat and lowers the internal temperature, which can mess up the total cook time.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Can I use chicken breasts that are frozen?

Some slow cooker brands don't recommend cooking chicken from frozen because the internal temperature might not reach safe levels. If you have frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts, and want to be safe, thaw them in the fridge before putting them in your crockpot.

Does this recipe work in an instant pot?

Well, it depends. An instant pot (or pressure cooker) uses high temps and a lot of pressure to cook things very quickly. A crockpot (or slow cooker) simmers your food gradually for a longer period of time. However, some instant pots or multi-cookers have a slow-cooker option, which you could use for this delicious meal.

What are peperoncini peppers?

Peperoncinis are a type of Tuscan pepper. They're yellow and have a mild flavor as far as peppers go. You can generally find them in the condiment section of the grocery store, near the pickles and other jarred toppings.

Can you put raw chicken in a crock pot?

Yes! The crock pot cooks chicken to tender goodness - I prefer the low setting for 6 to 8 hours.

Mississippi chicken on white plate.

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🥄 Equipment

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully:

  • Medium or large-sized slow cooker

📞 The last word

I love this easy chicken recipe! It's tangy and so stupid easy!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Crockpot Mississippi chicken is one of the easiest recipes on the planet! Less than 5 minutes of prep time means it's perfect for weeknights.
Course Main Dish - Chicken
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours hours
Servings:8
Calories:262
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts, boneless skinless
  • 1 ounce au jus gravy mix
  • 1 ounce ranch dressing mix
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 onion, chopped, optional
  • 16 ounces Peperoncini peppers, undrained

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Instructions

  • Spray slow cooker with no-stick cooking spray.
  • Peel and coarsely chop onion.
  • Cut butter into cubes.
  • Add chicken breasts to the bottom of the crock.
  • Sprinkle au jus gravy mix and ranch dressing mix on top of the chicken.
  • Then, top with butter cubes, onion, and peperoncini peppers with juice.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • 30 minutes before it's ready, take a couple of forks and shred the chicken.
  • Simmer for 30 more minutes and serve.

Notes

Storage:
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Tips:
  • No need to salt the chicken. There's plenty of salt in the au jus and Ranch packets.
  • Don't swap the au jus packet for a brown gravy mix—they're made differently and the texture won't turn out the same.
  • As tempting as the aroma is, don't lift the lid off of your crockpot while the chicken is cooking. Doing so releases heat and lowers the internal temperature, which can mess up the total cook time.
You'll find more helpful tips and variations in the body of the post.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 510mg | Potassium: 588mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 582IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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