Description
Hearty Mississippi Chicken Sliders bring robust ranch and pepperoncini flavors to a classic slow cooker comfort meal. Shredded chicken nestled in buttery rolls creates an irresistible sandwich perfect for game day gatherings or casual weekend dining you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Mixes:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
Accompaniments and Additions:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, sliced
- 6 – 8 pepperoncini peppers
- 12 slider buns
Instructions
- Nestle whole chicken breasts into the crock pot, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Generously dust ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix across the chicken surface for comprehensive flavor infusion.
- Strategically place butter slices atop the seasoned chicken, then scatter pepperoncini peppers throughout the pot.
- Secure the crock pot lid and slow cook on low temperature for 6-8 hours or accelerate the process on high heat for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes fork-tender.
- Using two forks, meticulously shred the cooked chicken directly within the cooking liquid, allowing the meat to absorb maximum flavor and moisture.
- Optional: Lightly toast slider buns to enhance their texture and prevent sogginess.
- Construct sliders by layering the succulent shredded chicken mixture onto prepared buns, ensuring each sandwich receives an abundant portion of the aromatic filling.
- Serve immediately while the chicken remains warm and juices are fresh, providing a delectable dining experience.
Notes
- Make chicken extra tender by using boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for richer flavor and more moisture.
- Reduce sodium content by choosing low-sodium ranch and au jus seasoning mixes, perfect for heart-healthy diets.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting pepperoncini quantity or swapping with mild banana peppers for sensitive palates.
- Freeze leftover shredded chicken in individual portions for quick future meals like tacos, salads, or quick lunch sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 438 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg