Ingredients

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(Serves 6–8)

Chicken & sauce:

2½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (you love rich flavor—thighs stay juicy!)
1 (1 oz) packet sugar-free ranch seasoning (or homemade—you love low-sodium!)
1 (1 oz) packet au jus gravy mix (use GF/low-sodium version—you love GF + low-sodium!)
1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced (include ½ cup juice—you love tangy spice!)
½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces (you love buttery richness!)

Homemade ranch + au jus swap (low-sodium, no additives!):

Ranch: 1 tbsp dried parsley + 1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder + ½ tsp dill + ¼ tsp black pepper
Au jus: 1 tbsp beef bouillon (low-sodium) + 1 tsp onion powder + ½ tsp garlic powder

For serving:

Fresh parsley
Extra pepperoncini
Optional sides:
→ Lettuce wraps or low-carb buns (you love low-carb!)
→ Mashed cauliflower or roasted veggies

Instructions

1. Layer in slow cooker:

Place chicken in 6-quart crock pot. Sprinkle with ranch and au jus mixes (or homemade blends). Top with pepperoncini (and juice) and butter.

2. Cook:

Cover and cook on LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2–3 hours, until chicken shreds easily.

3. Shred & serve:

Remove chicken; shred with two forks. Return to sauce; stir to coat. Discard excess liquid if too runny. Garnish with parsley and extra pepperoncini.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use chicken thighs—they won’t dry out during long cook time.
✅ Don’t drain pepperoncini juice—it’s key for tangy flavor and moisture.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Homemade seasoning = full control over salt
→ Boost umami with extra garlic and herbs
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ No added sugars in homemade version
→ Net carbs: 3g/serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <5g net carbs/serving
→ Skip buns; serve in lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice
✅ Make ahead:
→ Keeps 5 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen
→ Flavors deepen overnight!

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 5 days | Freezer: 3 months
→ Serving ideas:
→ On low-carb buns with coleslaw
→ In taco shells with avocado
→ Over baked sweet potatoes (for higher-carb option)

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):