Crock Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Crock pot BBQ chicken drumsticks are tender, juicy, and meaty. They're loaded with the tangy, sweet flavor of BBQ sauce and make a great weeknight dinner or addition to any potluck.
If you love easy and delicious, this is the recipe for you. First, we take meaty drumsticks and combine them with BBQ sauce, honey, garlic, and paprika. Then we slow cook them until they're tender and juicy.
Crock Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
I love easy recipes, but I don't want to sacrifice flavor for convenience. That's why I love these drumsticks. They're super easy to make and loaded with flavor.
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients for this recipe. They're all readily available at your local grocery store.
- chicken drumsticks
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
- BBQ sauce
- honey
- garlic
Instructions
Making this recipe only takes a few simple steps. It's super easy!
Step 1: Place drumsticks, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir until drumsticks are coated with seasonings.
Step 2: Place seasoned drumsticks in your greased crock pot.
Step 3: Cook on LOW for 4-5 hours until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
Step 4: Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.
Step 5: Remove drumsticks from the crock pot and place them on a baking rack on the baking sheet.
Step 6: Broil at 550ºF for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Chicken will begin to brown.
Step 7: Prepare honey BBQ sauce in a small bowl by mixing BBQ sauce, honey, and garlic together.
Step 8: Remove chicken from the oven and brush BBQ sauce over them.
Step 9: Broil again for 3 minutes. Flip them and brush the other side. Broil for an additional 3 minutes. Dark spots will form, but be sure not to overcook and burn them.
Step 10: Brush with more BBQ if you choose and serve.
Equipment
Just a few simple pieces of kitchen equipment is all it takes to make this recipe.
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Crock pot
- Baking rack
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
Substitutions
Chicken Thighs: You can make this recipe with thighs instead of drumsticks.
Your Favorite BBQ Sauce: Use your favorite brand and flavor of BBQ sauce.
Options
Looking for ways to change up this crock pot BBQ chicken drumsticks recipe? Here are some suggestions.
Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
Country Ribs: Country ribs are a great option to mix things up.
Tips:
- Spray your crock pot with nonstick spray to prevent the chicken drumsticks from sticking.
- Be sure you place the drumsticks on a rack when you're broiling them to allow adequate air flow.
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FAQ
You can store them in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.
All kinds of great sides go well with these drumsticks. Try mashed or baked potatoes, French fries, coleslaw, biscuits, cornbread, mac and cheese, baked beans, or any of your other favorite bbq sides.
Let the chicken come to room temperature. Then, place them on a wire rack fitted over a baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for about 15 minutes.
Crock Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
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Crock Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Crock pot BBQ chicken drumsticks are tender, juicy, and loaded with delicious BBQ flavor. They're the perfect dinner or potluck food.
Ingredients
- 12 chicken drumsticks or 3 pounds (¼ pound each)
- 3 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tsp pepper
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp liquid honey
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
Instructions
- Place drumsticks, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir until drumsticks are coated with seasonings.
- Place seasoned drumsticks in your greased crock pot.
- Cook on LOW for 4-5 hours until the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.
- Remove drumsticks from the crock pot and place them on a baking rack on the baking sheet.
- Broil at 550ºF for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Chicken will begin to brown.
- Prepare honey BBQ sauce in a small bowl by mixing BBQ sauce, honey, and garlic together.
- Remove chicken from the oven and brush BBQ sauce over them.
- Broil again for 3 minutes. Flip them and brush the other side. Broil for an additional 3 minutes. Dark spots will form, but be sure not to overcook and burn them.
- Brush with more BBQ if you choose and serve.
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 258Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 116mgSodium 914mgCarbohydrates 23gFiber 1gSugar 20gProtein 22g
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