Description
This incredible slow cooker chicken drumsticks recipe requires just 4 ingredients and delivers tender, fall-off-the-bone meat infused with smoky paprika and garlic flavors, all smothered in delicious BBQ sauce. Perfect for an easy, no-fuss meal with minimal prep.
Ingredients
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Spices
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Chicken
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
Sauce
- 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the spice mix: In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, granulated garlic powder, and kosher salt, mixing well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Coat the chicken: Place the chicken drumsticks into a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the drumsticks and toss gently to ensure all pieces are well coated.
- Add BBQ sauce: Pour ½ cup of the BBQ sauce over the coated drumsticks and use a spatula or spoon to smooth it evenly over the chicken pieces.
- Slow cook the drumsticks: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on high for 2-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, depending on your schedule. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through and very tender, with the meat easily pulling away from the bone.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the drumsticks from the slow cooker and serve with the remaining BBQ sauce on the side or drizzled over the chicken for extra flavor.
Notes
- This recipe yields tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken with minimal effort using only four ingredients.
- You can adjust the BBQ sauce amount to your taste, adding more or less depending on preferred sauciness.
- For best results, use a 6-quart slow cooker to ensure adequate space for the drumsticks to cook evenly.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model; check for doneness by ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (of 6)
- Calories: 369 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 783 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
