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Crock Pot Chicken Drumsticks

Juicy, tender chicken drumsticks slow-cooked in a flavorful seasoning blend and sauce for an easy, hands-off meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken drumsticks dry and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Mix olive oil with all spices and coat drumsticks evenly.
  3. Place drumsticks in the slow cooker in an even layer.
  4. Pour barbecue sauce over the chicken and turn to coat.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  6. Optional: Broil for 3–5 minutes to crisp the skin before serving.

Notes

For crispier skin, always finish under the broiler.