Its so easy and so flavorful.

Why do they call it Mississippi Chicken?

If you dont have chicken stock base, you might swap for two teaspoons of chicken bouillon granules.

Angled view of a blue platter and a serving spoon with shredded chicken and pepperoncini

Simply Recipes / Photo by Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

Add the chicken in an even layer.

Turn off the slow cooker.

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker with tongs and place it on a cutting board.

Overhead view of a blue platter and a serving spoon with shredded chicken and pepperoncini

Simply Recipes / Photo by Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

Coarsely shred the chicken using 2 forks.

Return the chicken to the liquid in the slow cooker, add the mayonnaise, and stir to combine.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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