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Mississippi Chicken: Slow Cooker Magic - crockpot chicken

Mississippi Chicken: Slow Cooker Magic

Crockpot chicken: master this incredibly tender Mississippi recipe featuring savory ranch, au jus, and tangy pepperoncini. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice from the jar
  • 10 pepperoncini peppers
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning powder
  • 1 packet au jus mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)

Instructions
 

  • Spray the bottom of the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  • Add 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly to the crockpot.
  • Pour in 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice from the jar, then arrange 10 pepperoncini peppers around the chicken.
  • Sprinkle 1 packet ranch seasoning powder and 1 packet au jus mix over the chicken, then place pieces of 1/2 cup unsalted butter on top.
  • Cover and cook for 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low until tender.
  • Shred the cooked chicken, then stir it into the sauce before serving over mashed potatoes.

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Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.