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CROCKPOT MISSISSIPPI CHICKEN (EASY 4-INGREDIENT SLOW COOKER RECIPE)

Sana Umer
Crockpot Mississippi Chicken is the viral 4-ingredient slow cooker sensation that delivers tender, buttery, tangy, and slightly spicy chicken with almost zero effort. Perfect for sandwiches, rice bowls, tacos, or eaten straight from the pot!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean-inspired
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (6-quart)
  • Forks (for shredding)

Ingredients
  

For the Mississippi Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or chicken thighs
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 1 oz
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix 1 oz
  • ½ cup unsalted butter sliced into pats
  • 5-6 pepperoncini peppers plus 2 tablespoon pickling juice (optional)

For Serving (Optional):

  • Hoagie rolls or hamburger buns for sandwiches
  • Provolone or Swiss cheese
  • Cooked rice or mashed potatoes for serving
  • Tortillas for tacos or wraps

Instructions
 

Add Chicken:

  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Add Seasonings:

  • Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix and au jus mix evenly over the chicken.

Add Butter & Peppers:

  • Place butter pats on top of the chicken. Add pepperoncini peppers around the chicken (and pepperoncini juice if desired).

Slow Cook:

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender and shreds easily.

Shred Chicken:

  • Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat in the juices.

Serve:

  • Serve immediately on buns with cheese (for sandwiches), over rice or mashed potatoes, or in tortillas. Spoon extra juices over the top.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Cooked Mississippi chicken can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. It tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.
  • Variations: Use chicken thighs for extra juicy results (cook 6-8 hours on LOW). Add ¼ cup of the pepperoncini juice for extra tang. Make it spicy with sliced jalapeños. For Mississippi Beef (original), use 3 lb chuck roast instead of chicken.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve as a sandwich on toasted buns with provolone cheese. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or baked potatoes. Use as a filling for tacos, quesadillas, or wraps. Top salads or nachos with shredded chicken.
  • Allergy-Friendly: Use gluten-free ranch and au jus mixes for gluten-free. Use dairy-free butter substitute for dairy-free.
  • Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
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