Crockpot bbq chicken drumsticks are a simple slow cooked recipe that results in fall-off-the-bone tender chicken drumsticks in a sweet sauce.
Dinner is solved thanks to this recipe for delicious and tender crockpot BBQ chicken drumsticks. These slow-cooked drumsticks are sure to be one of the easiest recipes for serving your family.
In this recipe, I’ll show you how to achieve juicy and flavorful chicken drumsticks that fall off the bone, thanks to the magic of your trusty crockpot. The combination of smoky barbecue sauce, savory spices, and long, slow cooking time creates a dish that is packed with flavor.
With minimal preparation and ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, this recipe is a fuss-free option for busy cooks. Simply toss the drumsticks into the crockpot, pour on the sauce, set it, and forget it until dinner time rolls around.
So, fire up your slow cooker and get ready to indulge in some seriously delicious crockpot BBQ chicken drumsticks that will have everyone asking for seconds. Let’s get cooking!
How To Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients needed
- Chicken drumsticks
- Favorite BBQ sauce
- BBQ spice rub (listed below)
Making the BBQ chicken drumsticks in the crockpot
- First, remove the drumsticks from the package and pat them dry. Next coat them in the spice mixture provided.
- In the crockpot, add a little barbecue sauce to cover the bottom then place the seasoned chicken on top. Next, pour the remianing bbq sauce across the chicken.
- Add the lid to the crockpot, then place on high for 3 hours or low for 4-5 hours.
- When finished, allow to cool then serve.
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Crockpot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients
- 5-6 chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup bbq sauce
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- First, remove the drumsticks from the package and pat them dry. Next coat them in the spice mixture provided.
- In the crockpot, add a little barbecue sauce to cover the bottom then place the seasoned chicken on top. Next, pour the remaining bbq sauce across the chicken.
- Add the lid to the crockpot, then place on high for 3 hours or low for 4-5 hours.
- When finished, allow to cool then serve.