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Mississippi Chicken: Discover This Irresistible Recipe!

Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked with ranch seasoning, au jus gravy, and pepperoncini peppers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 5-6 pepperoncini peppers whole
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix over the ranch seasoning.
  5. Cut the butter into slices and place them evenly on top of the chicken.
  6. Pour the chicken broth around the chicken in the baking dish.
  7. Scatter the pepperoncini peppers on top of the chicken.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  10. Serve the chicken with the pan juices over rice, mashed potatoes, or on its own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños along with the pepperoncini.
  • Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, adjusting the cooking time as needed.

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