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A platter of savory Mississippi Chicken, slow-cooked to perfection

Classic Mississippi Chicken

This classic Mississippi Chicken recipe features tender chicken cooked in a rich, savory sauce with ranch seasoning, au jus gravy, butter, and peperoncini peppers. It is perfect for a comforting family meal and can be served shredded or whole.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 fillets
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet (0.6 oz) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup jarred peperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup peperoncini juice
  • Salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil optional, for searing

Equipment

  • Oven-safe pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat with olive oil (optional).
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides; remove and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Reduce heat to medium and add ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, butter, and peperoncini peppers with their juice, stirring to combine and scrape up browned bits.
  2. Return the seared chicken to the pot, nestle it into the sauce, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Cover and cook on low stovetop heat or in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is very tender.
Serving
  1. Carefully remove chicken from the pot; serve whole with sauce, or shred and stir back into the gravy for a more decadent experience.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in some of the peperoncini juice for 30 minutes before searing. This dish is fantastic served with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles to soak up the delicious gravy.