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Mississippi Chicken Thighs

Tender, flavorful chicken thighs slow‑cooked in ranch and au jus mix with butter and pepperoncinis. Savory, tangy, melt‑in‑your‑mouth comfort food.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 envelope ranch dressing mix
  • 1 envelope au jus or brown gravy mix
  • ½ stick butter ¼ cup
  • 6 pepperoncinis

Instructions

  • Lay the chicken thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle the ranch mix and au jus mix evenly over the top.
  • Slice the butter and place the slices evenly over the chicken.
  • Add the pepperoncinis around and on top.
  • Cook on low for 4–5 hours, until chicken is tender and flavors meld.
  • Serve the thighs with the sauce spooned over them, alongside rice, potatoes, or bread.

Notes

  • Use good quality chicken thighs for best juiciness.
  • Distribute butter and seasonings evenly so every piece is flavored.
  • If sauce seems too thin, remove chicken and thicken the sauce with a slurry of flour or cornstarch.
  • For more tang, add an extra pepperoncini or two.
  • Serve immediately so the sauce is warm and rich.