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Crockpot Mississippi Shredded Chicken with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

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This comforting, flavor-packed recipe features tangy, juicy shredded chicken slow-cooked in ranch, au jus, and pepperoncini, served over creamy garlic herb mashed potatoes. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet (1 oz) au jus gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 8–10 pepperoncini peppers, whole (plus a splash of juice)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or half-and-half)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts (or thighs) in the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Sprinkle evenly with ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix.
  3. Scatter pepperoncini peppers over the top and dot with butter cubes.
  4. Add chicken broth and a splash of pepperoncini juice. Finish with black pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until chicken is fall-apart tender.
  6. While chicken cooks, peel and chop potatoes. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  7. While potatoes cook, melt butter in a small pan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in parsley and chives, then set aside.
  8. Drain potatoes and return to the hot pot. Add garlic herb butter, milk, and sour cream. Mash until smooth but slightly chunky, or use a hand mixer for creaminess. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Shred the cooked chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks. Stir to soak up juices.
  10. Serve mashed potatoes topped with shredded chicken and a spoonful of sauce. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter, milk, and sour cream. Most ranch and au jus packets are gluten-free, but check labels. Mash potatoes while hot for best texture. Leftovers reheat well; add a splash of milk to potatoes before microwaving.

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Keywords: crockpot chicken, Mississippi chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, comfort food, slow cooker, shredded chicken, ranch chicken, easy dinner, family meal, gluten-free

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