Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–5 hours
Ingredients:
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8–10 chicken drumsticks
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½ cup soy sauce
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¼ cup honey
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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Optional: 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions:
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Prepare the drumsticks:
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Pat chicken drumsticks dry.
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In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional herbs.
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Add to slow cooker:
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Place drumsticks in the slow cooker.
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Pour sauce over the chicken, coating evenly.
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Cook:
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Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
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Optional crisping:
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For crispy skin, place cooked drumsticks on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes until golden.
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Serve:
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Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.
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Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
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Tips & Variations:
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🍋 Lemon garlic drumsticks: Add juice of 1 lemon and a few lemon slices to the slow cooker.
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🌶️ Spicy: Add ½ tsp cayenne or a few dashes of hot sauce to the sauce.
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🥄 Sticky glaze: During the last 30 minutes, brush with extra honey for a caramelized finish.
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🥔 One-pot meal: Add potato wedges or baby carrots to cook alongside the chicken.
I can also provide a BBQ slow cooker chicken drumsticks version with a rich, smoky sauce that’s perfect for summer dinners. Do you want that version?
