How long is Mississippi chicken good for in the fridge?

It stays fresh for about 3 days when stored in an airtight container.

What goes well with Mississippi chicken?

Mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or sandwich rolls are perfect. For veggies, try green beans or a light salad.

Why is it called Mississippi chicken?

It’s named after the popular Mississippi Pot Roast — this version swaps beef for chicken, but keeps the same punchy seasoning and peppers.

Can I use frozen chicken for Mississippi chicken?

Nope. Always use thawed or fresh chicken. Cooking frozen meat in the slow cooker isn’t safe. If you're using frozen, check out these Frozen Chicken in Crock Pot Recipes (Safe & Easy).

Mississippi Chicken – Easy & Delicious Crockpot Dinner

Name: Mississippi Chicken (Crockpot Style) – Savory, Easy Comfort Food
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, trimmed); 1 (1-ounce) packet au jus mix (or dry onion soup mix, or beef bouillon + onion powder); 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning; 2 tablespoons butter (sliced into pats); 6 whole pepperoncini peppers (or sliced banana peppers)

Description

Savory, tangy, and hands-off, this Mississippi Chicken recipe uses a crockpot to create a cozy dinner that works in sandwiches, over rice, or in wraps.

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, trimmed)

1 (1-ounce) packet au jus mix (or dry onion soup mix, or beef bouillon + onion powder)

1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning

2 tablespoons butter (sliced into pats)

6 whole pepperoncini peppers (or sliced banana peppers)

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Instructions

1. Add chicken to slow cooker.

2. Sprinkle with au jus mix and ranch seasoning.

3. Top with butter and pepperoncini peppers.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 hours or HIGH for 1.5–2 hours.

5. Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.

6. Let rest 5 minutes, then shred with forks, hands, or hand mixer.

7. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta; or in sandwiches/wraps with provolone cheese.

Notes

Use sliced banana peppers for a milder bite.

Shredding the chicken helps it absorb more flavor.

Skip butter if using dark meat to reduce fat.

To clean up faster, use a disposable slow cooker liner.

For Instant Pot: Add all ingredients + ½ to 1 cup broth, cook high pressure 10 min, 5 min natural release.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Chicken recipes
Method: Slow cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 314
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 330mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 48g
Cholesterol: 160mg