Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are easy to make. Just season the chicken, pour in the BBQ sauce, and let the slow cooker work its magic.
Servings: 6
Calories: 451kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2½ cups BBQ sauce, divided
Instructions
- Mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mix onto the drumsticks.
- Spray a 6-quart or larger slow cooker with cooking spray and add the drumsticks to the bottom of the slow cooker in even layers.
- Pour 2 cups of the BBQ sauce over the drumsticks and use a basting brush or tongs to evenly coat.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, or until the drumsticks are fully cooked through and tender.
- Place cooked drumsticks onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Baste the drumsticks with the remaining sauce and place under a broiler for 3-5 minutes, until the sauce on the chicken thickens and becomes caramelized.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1583mg | Potassium: 637mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 551IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg