Crockpot Mississippi Chicken Sliders (Printer View)

Slow-cooked tender chicken on slider buns with crisp tangy coleslaw, ideal for parties and family dining.

# Components:

→ Mississippi Chicken

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

→ Coleslaw

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

→ Assembly

14 - 8 slider buns
15 - Sliced pickles, optional

# Method:

01 - Place chicken in the crockpot bottom. Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over chicken.
02 - Add pepperoncini peppers with brine. Top with butter pieces and black pepper.
03 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 hours until chicken is 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 until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
05 - Using two forks, shred chicken directly in the crockpot and mix thoroughly with the cooking juices.
06 - Place generous amounts of shredded chicken on slider bun bottoms. Top with coleslaw and pickles if desired. Cover with bun tops.
07 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal prep time—just toss ingredients in the crockpot and let it work its magic
  • Tender, flavorful chicken infused with tangy pepperoncini and rich ranch seasoning
  • Fresh, crisp coleslaw adds the perfect crunchy contrast to the savory chicken
  • Easily adaptable for dietary preferences and spice levels
  • Makes 8 sliders, perfect for feeding a hungry crowd
02 -
  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra juiciness and richer flavor
  • Make the coleslaw up to a day ahead to save time and enhance the flavor
  • Lightly toast the slider buns for added texture and to prevent sogginess
  • Don't skip the pepperoncini brine—it adds essential tanginess to the sauce
  • Keep the chicken on the warm setting if serving buffet-style so it stays tender
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