Cooker chicken drumstick recipes

Cooker chicken drumstick recipes 

These slow cooker chicken drumstick recipes are juicy, flavorful, and nearly hands-off. Perfect for busy days, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. Each recipe includes pro tips for best results.

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1️⃣ Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks (Sticky & Tender)

Flavor: Sweet, smoky, crowd-pleasing

Ingredients

• 8–10 chicken drumsticks

• 1 cup BBQ sauce

• 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Season drumsticks with salt and pepper.

2. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.

3. Cook LOW 6–7 hrs or HIGH 3–4 hrs.

4. Broil 5 minutes to caramelize (optional but recommended).

Pro Tip: Don’t add sauce too early if you want a thicker glaze—brush more on before broiling.

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2️⃣ Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Drumsticks

Flavor: Savory, aromatic, classic comfort

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks

• 3 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 6 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & black pepper

Instructions

1. Rub drumsticks with oil and seasonings.

2. Place garlic on bottom, chicken on top.

3. Cook LOW 6 hrs or HIGH 3 hrs.

4. Optional: Crisp skin under broiler 3–5 minutes.

Pro Tip: Add lemon zest at the end for brightness.

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3️⃣ Slow Cooker Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks

Flavor: Sweet-savory Asian-inspired

Ingredients

• 8–10 drumsticks

• ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium)

• ⅓ cup honey

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp grated ginger

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. Whisk sauce ingredients.

2. Add chicken and sauce to cooker.

3. Cook LOW 5–6 hrs.

4. Thicken sauce on stovetop if desired; pour back over chicken.

Pro Tip: Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

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4️⃣ Slow Cooker Spicy Paprika Drumsticks

Flavor: Smoky, slightly spicy, bold

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp cayenne (optional)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions

1. Coat drumsticks with spices.

2. Add broth to slow cooker, then chicken.

3. Cook LOW 6–7 hrs.

4. Finish under broiler for crisp skin.

Pro Tip: Add 1 tbsp tomato paste to broth for deeper flavor.

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5️⃣ Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks & Potatoes

Flavor: Full one-pot meal

Ingredients

• 6–8 drumsticks

• 500 g (1 lb) baby potatoes, halved

• 1 onion, sliced

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp thyme

• ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions

1. Place potatoes and onion on bottom.

2. Season chicken and place on top.

3. Add broth.

4. Cook LOW 7 hrs or HIGH 4 hrs.

Pro Tip: Broil chicken separately at the end for crispy skin.

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🌡️ Food Safety

• Internal temperature: 75°C / 165°F

• Meat should pull easily from bone

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🧊 Storage & Meal Prep

• Refrigerate: Up to 4 days

• Freeze: Up to 2 months (sauce included)

• Reheat: Oven or air fryer for best texture

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💡 Slow Cooker Success Tips

• Always pat chicken dry before seasoning

• Avoid overcrowding

• For crispy skin, finish in oven or broiler

• Dark meat = perfect for long cooking

OTHER RECIPES

Cuban Style Chicken Legs ...a nice chicken drumstick recipe to try ! 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
• 8 small whole peeled potatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 tablespoon cumin
• 1 leaf fresh sage
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 pounds chicken leg quarters

INSTRUCTIONS 

In a medium bowl, combine onion, garlic, bell pepper, and potatoes. 

Stir in tomato sauce and wine; season with cumin, sage leaf, and salt and pepper. 

Place chicken legs in slow cooker, and pour mixture over chicken. 

Cover, and cook on Low heat until juices run clear, about 6 to 8 hours. 

The chicken drumstick recipes is ready to serve now ! Enjoy it ! baked-chicken-wings-or-drumsticks

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