Mississippi Chicken Sliders (Printable)

Slow-cooked shredded chicken with tangy coleslaw on soft slider buns perfect for easy gatherings.

# Ingredient list:

→ Mississippi Chicken

01 - 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
03 - 1 packet au jus gravy mix
04 - 6 whole pepperoncini peppers plus 2 tablespoons brine
05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Coleslaw

07 - 3 cups shredded green cabbage
08 - 1 cup shredded carrots
09 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
10 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 teaspoon sugar
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Assembly

14 - 8 slider buns
15 - Sliced pickles, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken in the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the chicken.
02 - Add pepperoncini peppers and brine. Top with butter pieces and black pepper.
03 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours, until the chicken is very tender and easily shredded.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add cabbage and carrots, tossing to coat. Refrigerate until ready to use.
05 - Once chicken is done, shred directly in the crockpot using two forks and mix well with the juices.
06 - Place a generous amount of shredded chicken on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with coleslaw and pickles if desired, then cover with the top bun.
07 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Incredibly easy with just a few minutes of prep and your crockpot does all the work
  • Packed with bold, tangy Mississippi flavors from ranch, au jus, and pepperoncini
  • Perfect for parties, potlucks, or casual family dinners
  • The crisp, tangy coleslaw adds the perfect textural contrast to tender chicken
  • Easily customizable with your favorite toppings and heat levels
02 -
  • Coleslaw can be made up to a day ahead for extra flavor—just give it a good stir before serving
  • Slider buns can be lightly toasted for added texture and to prevent them from getting soggy
  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for even more succulent, flavorful meat
  • Keep the chicken warm in the crockpot on the 'warm' setting during serving for parties
  • Check seasoning packets for allergens if you have dietary restrictions—look for gluten-free and dairy-free options if needed
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