Ingredient Notes:
Chicken – I’m using boneless skinless chicken breasts in this recipe. Chicken thighs should also work well.
Au Jus Gravy Mix – Flavor! That’s what this is. It’s not something you generally think of to use as seasoning on chicken, but have a little faith.
Ranch Seasoning Mix – Be sure to use dry ranch seasoning mix and not ranch dip mix, which is much saltier. You probably won’t need to add any salt to this recipe given how much is in the seasoning mixes.
Pepperoncini – These add just a little bit of a spicy kick to the chicken, but it’s not overpowering at all! The peppers will get a little milder as they bake, and the chicken will take on some of the flavor from the juices. Plus, they’re easy to pick off if you decide you don’t like them!
Butter – You’ll top each piece of chicken with some butter before baking for maximum yum.
Step by Step:
Whisk together the dry au jus and ranch seasoning in a small bowl.
Coat both sides of the chicken breasts liberally in the seasoning.
Top each piece of chicken with some of the peppers and a couple pats of butter.
Bake for around 40 minutes or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Helpful Tip!
Use ranch seasoning mix and not ranch dip mix or your seasoning will be overly salty. If you’re concerned that it may still be too salty, use a bit less seasoning than called for and use unsalted butter.
If you love the pepperoncini flavor and spicy heat you can add more of the peppers, or even add a bit of the pepperoncini juice from the jar for the chicken to cook in. That’s lots of flavor!
Serving Suggestions:
This oven baked Mississippi chicken recipe can be served with a variety of sides! Anything that goes well with chicken is going to work here.
Some of our favorite sides include cauliflower rice or mashed cauliflower, which can soak up some of the savory juices!
This cauliflower mac and cheese is another great option!
And don’t forget the green veggies. Some charred green beans or these smashed Brussels sprouts pair well with the chicken and they’re a nutritious option.
Freezing & Storage Instructions:
You can store leftovers of the baked Mississippi chicken in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days if it is well sealed.
You can also freeze this chicken for up to a few months. Let it cool completely before storing in a freezer safe bag or container.
