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Shredded Mississippi chicken Instant Pot with pepperoncini in a clear glass bowl, with a wooden spoon.

Mississippi Chicken Instant Pot Recipe

By Nancy
Craving bold flavor in minutes? Make Mississippi Chicken Instant Pot for a quick, savory meal. Try this easy dinner idea today.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Release 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 285 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix
  • ½ cup pepperoncini peppers
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Instant Pot Base

  • Place chicken breasts in your Instant Pot and sprinkle both ranch and au jus packets evenly over the meat. Add chicken broth to ensure proper pressure cooking liquid levels. This foundation creates the signature Mississippi flavor profile that makes this dish so beloved.
    Chicken breasts seasoned with ranch and au jus packets, with chicken broth being poured in an Instant Pot.

Step 2: Add Flavor Elements

  • Distribute pepperoncini peppers around the chicken and place butter pieces on top. The peppers will infuse gentle tanginess throughout cooking while the butter melts into a rich sauce base. Avoid stirring at this stage to maintain even seasoning distribution.
    Raw chicken in an Instant Pot topped with pepperoncini peppers and cubes of butter, ready for cooking.

Step 3: Pressure Cook to Perfection

  • Secure the Instant Pot lid and set valve to sealing position. Select "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting for 15 minutes on high pressure. The pressurized environment will break down chicken fibers while concentrating all the flavors into an incredibly tender result.

Step 4: Natural Release and Shred

  • Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully quick-release remaining pressure. Remove chicken and shred using two forks, then return to the pot to absorb the flavorful cooking liquid. The chicken should fall apart effortlessly when properly cooked.
    Shredded Mississippi chicken in an Instant Pot, soaking in the flavorful sauce.

Notes

Nutritional Information

Per Serving (based on 6 servings):
  • Calories: 285
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 1g
Keyword easy dinners, comfort food, Instant Pot recipes, keto friendly, low carb, shredded chicken