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Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken

Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken
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Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken is a simple, flavorful, and cheesy dish that combines tender chicken with ranch seasoning, pepperoncini, and creamy cheeses. Perfect for busy nights or meal prep, it delivers juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken with minimal effort using your slow cooker.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 6–8 pepperoncini peppers, halved
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper to create a base flavor.
  2. Layer Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker, sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly on top, then add the halved pepperoncini peppers over the chicken.
  3. Add Butter and Cream Cheese: Lay pats of butter on top of the chicken and tuck chunks of cream cheese among the peppers and chicken to melt evenly during cooking.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
  5. Add Cheddar Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken, cover, and let it melt into the creamy sauce.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, fluff the sauce with a spoon and serve your Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh pepperoncini juice by adding a tablespoon from the jar to enhance the tangy flavor.
  • Keep the slow cooker lid closed during cooking to maintain temperature and moisture.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese to help it melt and blend smoothly.
  • Shred the chicken after cooking for easier mixing and better sauce coating.
  • A slow cooker liner can make cleanup easier and keep your cooker looking new.

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Keywords: Slow cooker, Mississippi chicken, cheesy chicken, easy dinner, ranch seasoning, pepperoncini, creamy chicken, crockpot recipe

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