Oven Mississippi Chicken

📝 Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 packet ranch seasoning
• 1 packet au jus gravy mix
• 8 tablespoons butter, sliced into 1-tablespoon pieces
• Sliced pepperoncini or banana peppers, to taste
• To Serve:
• Microwave Rice (I like the butter garlic flavor)
• Green Beans (steam-able bag seasoned with butter and your fav seasoning)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F and spray the bottom of a baking dish with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Place chicken breasts in the baking dish.

3. 3

   Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix evenly over the chicken.

4. 4

   Top each chicken breast with sliced pepperoncini or banana peppers to your preference.

5. 5

   Place 2 tablespoons of butter on top of each chicken breast.

6. 6

   Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

💡 Tips for Success

• Choose evenly sized chicken breasts: Chicken breasts that are similar in size will cook more evenly. If some are much larger than others, they may need extra time in the oven.
• Adjust the peppers to your taste: Pepperoncini give this dish its classic Mississippi Chicken flavor, while banana peppers are another great option. Add a few slices or pile them on!
• Don't skip the butter: The butter melts with the seasoning and chicken juices to create a flavorful sauce to spoon over the chicken and rice.
• Check the internal temperature: Cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to make sure the chicken reaches 165°F.
• Make it a complete meal: Serve with microwave rice and green beans for an easy weeknight dinner. Mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables would also be delicious.