Baked Mississippi Chicken
Baked Mississippi Chicken transforms simple ingredients into a bold, juicy dish perfect for cozy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. This simple recipe delivers savory baked dishes with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680g)
- 1 packet 1 oz or 28g ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet 1 oz or 28g au jus gravy mix
- 4 tbsp 60g unsalted butter
- ¼ cup 60g pickled jalapeños, sliced
- ½ cup 60g shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Substitution: Use chicken drumsticks for thighs; olive oil for butter dairy-free.
Instructions
Prepare Chicken
- I arrange 4 chicken thighs or breasts in a baking dish for these Baked Mississippi Chicken.
Season Chicken
- I sprinkle 1 packet ranch seasoning and 1 packet au jus gravy mix over the chicken for these savory baked dishes.
Add Butter and Jalapeños
- I place 4 tbsp butter pats on the chicken and scatter ¼ cup pickled jalapeños for these flavorful chicken meals.
Bake Chicken
- I bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until 165°F (74°C) for this simple recipe.
Add Cheese (Optional)
- I sprinkle ½ cup cheddar cheese in the last 5 minutes for these hearty chicken dinners’ melty finish.
Rest and Serve
- I rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then serve with parsley for these savory baked dishes.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for better moisture retention.
- Don’t skip butter; it locks in moisture and enriches flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to seal in juices.
- Adjust jalapeños to suit your preferred spice level.
- Use a tight baking dish to keep juices pooled around the chicken for richer flavor.
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