If you love comfort food that basically cooks itself, this Crockpot Mississippi Chicken is about to be your new weeknight favorite! It’s juicy, flavorful, and packed with zesty, buttery goodness—thanks to a few simple ingredients and the magic of slow cooking.
Whether you’re piling it onto buns, serving it over mashed potatoes, or stuffing it into wraps, this melt-in-your-mouth chicken is guaranteed to be a hit.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Set-It-and-Forget-It – Just 5 minutes of prep
✅ Bold, Tangy Flavor – Thanks to ranch + pepperoncini combo
✅ Ultra-Tender – Chicken shreds effortlessly
✅ Meal Prep Friendly – Great for sandwiches, rice bowls, or tacos
🍗 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix (or brown gravy mix)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 6–8 pepperoncini peppers (plus a splash of juice)
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor
🥣 How to Make Crockpot Mississippi Chicken
Step 1: Layer It Up
In your crockpot, place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
Sprinkle with:
✔️ Ranch dressing mix
✔️ Au jus mix
✔️ Any optional seasonings you love
Place butter slices on top and scatter the pepperoncini around the chicken. Add 1–2 tablespoons of pepper juice for extra tang.
Step 2: Cook Low & Slow
Cover and cook on:
✔️ Low for 6–7 hours or
✔️ High for 4–5 hours
You’ll know it’s done when the chicken is fall-apart tender.
Step 3: Shred & Serve
Use two forks to shred the chicken right in the crockpot. Mix it with all those buttery, flavorful juices.
Serve warm on buns, over rice, mashed potatoes, or with roasted veggies. You really can’t go wrong.
💡 Serving Ideas
✔️ Mississippi Chicken Sandwiches with melted provolone
✔️ Stuff into baked sweet potatoes
✔️ Layer over buttery egg noodles or cauliflower rice
✔️ Toss into wraps or lettuce cups for a low-carb option
🧊 Storage & Leftovers
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to keep it juicy.
💖 Final Thoughts: The Ultimate Easy Comfort Food
Crockpot Mississippi Chicken is everything you want in a dinner—low effort, huge flavor, and super versatile. It’s one of those recipes you’ll keep coming back to, whether it’s a busy Monday or a slow Sunday supper.
