Description
Mississippi chicken sliders combine tender, zesty chicken with tangy pepperoncini peppers for an irresistible slow-cooker meal. Hearty sandwiches satisfy hungry crowds with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (454 grams / 16 ounces)
Seasoning Mixes:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
Flavor Enhancers:
- 6 – 8 pepperoncini peppers
- 1 splash pepperoncini juice
- 1 stick (113 grams / 4 ounces) unsalted butter
Serving Components:
- slider buns
- sliced cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Nestle chicken breasts into the crock pot, creating an even layer.
- Generously dust ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix across the chicken surface, ensuring complete coverage.
- Cut butter into small pieces and strategically distribute over the seasoned chicken.
- Scatter pepperoncini peppers throughout the crock pot, spreading them evenly around the meat.
- Secure the lid and slow cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes exceptionally tender and easily pulls apart.
- Using two forks, meticulously shred the chicken directly within the crock pot, allowing the meat to absorb and intermingle with the surrounding flavorful juices.
- Optional: Lightly toast slider buns to enhance their texture and warmth.
- Construct sliders by layering the succulent shredded chicken mixture onto prepared buns.
- For added indulgence, melt cheese atop the chicken if desired.
- Serve immediately while the sliders remain warm and aromatic, delivering maximum flavor and satisfaction.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting the number of pepperoncini peppers for milder or bolder flavor profiles.
- Opt for low-sodium ranch and au jus mixes to control salt intake and make the recipe more diet-friendly.
- Swap chicken breasts with chicken thighs for extra moisture and richer taste, especially if cooking on high heat.
- Use gluten-free seasoning mixes and buns to transform this recipe into a celiac-friendly meal option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg