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Mississippi Chicken

Easy Mississippi Chicken

Easy Mississippi Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are topped with ranch dressing mix, au jus gravy mix, butter, pepperoncini peppers, and juice. Baked until tender and juicy, this dish offers a tangy and zesty flavor profile. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, over mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal. Adjust the spiciness to your liking and enjoy the deliciousness of this easy-to-make Mississippi Chicken!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter sliced
  • 8 pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini pepper juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  • Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix and au jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
  • Place the sliced butter on top of the chicken breasts.
  • Scatter the pepperoncini peppers around and on top of the chicken breasts.
  • Pour the pepperoncini pepper juice evenly over the chicken.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the chicken to brown slightly.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  • Serve hot and enjoy the flavorful and tangy goodness of easy Mississippi chicken, a delicious dish that's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!

Notes

Some tips for this recipe:
  • You can adjust the amount of pepperoncini peppers and juice according to your preference for spiciness.
  • Serve the chicken over mashed potatoes, rice, or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keyword Mississippi Chicken