Description
Mississippi Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, zesty sauce, making it perfect for any gathering. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe can be made in both the oven or slow cooker, ensuring a comforting meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice or mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, sliced
- 2 banana or jalapeño peppers, sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or set your slow cooker.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in a greased baking dish or slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix ranch dressing and cream cheese until smooth; spread over chicken.
- Top with butter slices and peppers.
- For oven: Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). For slow cooker: Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- Shred or slice the chicken before serving over rice or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg