Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Mississippi Mud Chicken, a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, savory masterpiece. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce made from ranch dressing and brown gravy, making it an easy yet impressive meal for family dinners or special gatherings. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a hearty dish that pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread—ideal for soaking up every drop of the delicious sauce. Elevate your dinner experience with this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 1/2 cup cooked bacon (crumbled) and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear each breast for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, sprinkle cheese and crumbled bacon on top. Cover until cheese melts.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg