Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken (Printable)

Tender slow-cooked chicken with zesty pepperoncini served over creamy garlic mashed potatoes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Mississippi Chicken

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 1 oz ranch seasoning mix, gluten-free
03 - 1 oz au jus gravy mix, gluten-free
04 - ½ cup unsalted butter, sliced
05 - 8-10 whole pepperoncini peppers
06 - ¼ cup pepperoncini juice
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garlic Mashed Potatoes

08 - 2½ lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
09 - 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
10 - ½ cup whole milk, or more as needed
11 - ¼ cup unsalted butter
12 - ⅓ cup sour cream
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
14 - Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker and sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the surface.
02 - Layer butter slices on top, scatter pepperoncini peppers throughout, pour in pepperoncini juice, and season with freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Cover slow cooker and cook on low setting for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded with forks.
04 - Place potatoes and garlic in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, bring to boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
05 - Drain potatoes well, return to pot, add butter, milk, and sour cream, then mash until smooth and creamy, adding additional milk if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Once chicken is fully cooked, shred directly in the slow cooker using two forks and mix thoroughly with the cooking juices and seasonings.
07 - Spoon mashed potatoes onto serving plates and top generously with shredded Mississippi chicken and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Effortless preparation—just layer ingredients in the slow cooker and let it work its magic
  • Incredibly tender, fall-apart chicken infused with bold, tangy flavors
  • The perfect balance of zesty ranch, savory au jus, and bright pepperoncini
  • Creamy garlic mashed potatoes complement the rich chicken perfectly
  • Gluten-free friendly when using certified seasoning mixes
  • Makes excellent leftovers that taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Use chicken thighs for the juiciest, most flavorful results
  • Don't drain the sauce—it's liquid gold for spooning over the mashed potatoes
  • Make the mashed potatoes fresh while the chicken finishes cooking for the best texture
  • Check labels on seasoning packets if you need gluten-free or low-sodium options
  • Leftovers store beautifully for up to 3 days and reheat wonderfully in the microwave
  • For meal prep, shred the chicken and store separately from the mashed potatoes
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