Description
Baked Mississippi Chicken is a flavorful and effortless dish that transforms a beloved classic into an oven-baked delight. This recipe features tender chicken breasts seasoned with zesty ranch and tangy pepperoncini peppers, creating a deliciously satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can enjoy this mouthwatering dish without the fuss of traditional cooking methods. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, over pasta, or in hearty sandwiches to please every palate. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting friends, Baked Mississippi Chicken is sure to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 1 oz au jus gravy mix
- 100 g unsalted butter (cubed)
- â…“ cup pepperoncini peppers
- ¼ cup pepperoncini pepper juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/400F.
- In a small bowl, combine ranch seasoning and au jus mix. Set aside 1½ tablespoons for later.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and place them in a baking dish.
- Season both sides of the chicken with the spice mixture.
- Top each breast with cubed butter and scatter pepperoncini peppers on top. Pour pepperoncini juice into the dish.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F/74C.
- Allow to rest for five minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg