A quick and easy recipe for Creamy Mississippi Mud Chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 packet au jus gravy mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, sliced
6–8 pepperoncini peppers, sliced
1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
Reduce the heat and add the cream cheese, chicken broth, pepperoncini juice, ranch seasoning, and au jus gravy mix. Stir until the cream cheese begins to melt and the sauce becomes creamy.
Arrange the pepperoncini peppers around the chicken and place slices of butter over the top.
Sprinkle the mozzarella over the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a variety of sides like mashed potatoes or rice.
Adjust the amount of pepperoncini to taste for desired spiciness.