Mississippi Chicken

Name: Mississippi Chicken - Easy Baked Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: cooking spray, to coat; 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix; 1 packet (approx. 1 oz) au jus gravy mix; 1/2 cup sliced banana pepper rings; 1/2 cup butter, sliced into knobs

Mississippi Chicken is a simple baked chicken breast recipe combining ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, banana peppers, and butter for a tangy, buttery main dish that comes together in one pan.

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Total

35 min

Servings

5

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

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Ingredients

cooking spray, to coat
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 packet (approx. 1 oz) au jus gravy mix
1/2 cup sliced banana pepper rings
1/2 cup butter, sliced into knobs

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
4
Sprinkle the packet of ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken.
5
Sprinkle the packet of au jus gravy mix over the ranch seasoning.
6
Spread the sliced banana pepper rings over the top of the seasoned chicken.
7
Place the sliced butter knobs evenly over the chicken and peppers.
8
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is completely cooked through.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat chicken breasts dry before seasoning to help the coating adhere and promote even browning.
Slice butter into knobs rather than dotting whole pats—this distributes heat more evenly as it melts.
Don't skip the banana pepper liquid; the brine adds tanginess and prevents the dish from drying out.
Tent with foil for the first 15 minutes if chicken is browning too quickly, then uncover to finish.

Substitutions

Ranch seasoning mix → Italian dressing mix or herbed seasoning blend (adjusts flavor profile slightly)
Au jus gravy mix → beef bouillon powder mixed with cornstarch (creates similar savory depth)
Banana peppers → peperoncini peppers or diced pickled jalapeños (maintains acidity and tang)
Butter → olive oil or ghee (lighter fat, less richness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through, or microwave individual portions with a splash of water to retain moisture.