Mississippi Chicken
Mississippi Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts combined with ranch seasoning, au jus mix, and pepperoncini peppers, making it an ideal meal for busy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix flavorful seasoning
- 1 packet au jus mix savory flavor base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter adds richness and moisture
- 3-5 pieces pepperoncini peppers adds mild heat and tang
- to taste Salt and pepper enhances overall flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Ensure your boneless, skinless chicken breasts are thawed if previously frozen. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully liquefied.
- Once the butter has melted, add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on one side until golden-brown.
- Flip the chicken breasts and sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus mix evenly over them.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers to the skillet, placing them around the chicken. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Check that the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Plate the chicken and spoon some of the remaining sauce from the skillet over the top before serving.
Notes
Serve Mississippi Chicken over rice, mashed potatoes, or a bed of greens for a lighter option. Leftovers can be transformed into sandwiches or paired with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 38gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g
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