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Mississippi Mud Chicken Recipe

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Mississippi Mud Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts cooked in a rich sauce made from ranch dressing mix, brown gravy, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, this skillet meal is garnished with fresh green onions and is perfect served over rice or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Cooking

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce

  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)

Toppings and Garnish

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
  3. Cook the Chicken in the Sauce: Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Add Cheese and Bacon: In the last few minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon (if using) over the chicken. Cover again until the cheese is melted.
  5. Serve: Serve the Mississippi Mud Chicken hot, garnished with sliced green onions. It pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before searing.
  • Use cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom soup if preferred for a slightly different flavor.
  • Bacon is optional, but adds a smoky, savory element to the dish.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free gravy mix and check soup labels.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

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