This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy tender, flavorful chicken with minimal effort. Using a Crockpot, you can let the chicken cook slowly while you go about your day, resulting in juicy drumsticks coated in rich barbecue sauce.
Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe requires just a few ingredients and offers a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
These BBQ chicken drumsticks are seasoned and cooked in a slow cooker until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. The recipe takes about 6 hours on low heat and serves 4 people, making it a great choice for family dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and season them with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned drumsticks in the slow cooker and pour the barbecue sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Remove the drumsticks from the slow cooker and serve with additional barbecue sauce if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 drumsticks
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
