Ingredients
Gathering ingredients for Mississippi Chicken is as easy as pie, and you might already have most of these in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet of au jus gravy mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 6-8 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth (optional for extra moisture)
If you’re a fan of substitutes, feel free to swap the chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer dark meat. You can also use margarine instead of butter or adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers to your spice preference. The key is to make the recipe yours, much like my abuela taught me to do in our family kitchen.
Instructions
Creating Mississippi Chicken is straightforward, just like the simple recipes that filled my childhood home with warmth. Follow these steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While waiting, gather your ingredients, just as I would gather around my grandmother’s table, ready for another culinary adventure.
- In a baking dish, arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix over the chicken evenly.
- Place the butter on top of the chicken breasts. I always find this step reminiscent of watching my abuela cook, her movements deliberate and filled with love.
- Add the pepperoncini peppers around the chicken. If you want extra moisture, pour in the chicken broth.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through. The aroma will remind you of the hearty meals that defined family gatherings in my Asheville home.
- Once done, remove the foil and let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International