Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs – These easy to make to crockpot chicken drumsticks coated in a barbecue and spice rub with just 3 ingredients for a perfect dinner.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs
Hey there, busy bees! If you’re looking for a weeknight dinner win that’s both ridiculously easy and finger-lickin’ good, then look no further than slow cooker BBQ chicken legs! This recipe is a lifesaver for those nights when you just don’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ?
Effortlessly Easy: Just toss the ingredients together, set it, and forget it! The slow cooker does all the magic.
Flavor Explosion: We’re talking perfectly seasoned chicken infused with delicious BBQ flavors.
Healthy-ish: This recipe uses lean protein and allows you to control the amount of sugar in the BBQ sauce.
Family-Friendly: A crowd-pleasing meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers.
Endless Variations: Play around with different spices and BBQ sauces to find your perfect flavor combination.
Recipe Variations
Spicy BBQ Chicken: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce to the slow cooker for a smoky kick.
Honey BBQ Chicken: Increase the honey to 2 tablespoons for a sweeter and stickier sauce.
Smoky BBQ Chicken: Add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the sauce for an extra layer of smoky flavor.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs – Tips & Tricks
Pat the chicken legs dry: This helps ensure they brown nicely in the slow cooker.
Don’t overcrowd the slow cooker: This allows for even cooking and prevents the chicken from steaming instead of browning.
Give it a stir (optional): For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken legs from the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking and shred them with forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce and stir to coat.
How to Serve This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs ?
These BBQ chicken legs pair perfectly with all your favorite BBQ sides.
Think mashed potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans, or mac and cheese. For a lighter option, serve them with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
How to Store This BBQ Chicken Legs ?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
Can I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts?
Sure, but they can dry out more easily in the slow cooker. If you go this route, I recommend reducing the cook time to 4-5 hours on low.
What type of BBQ sauce should I use?
The beauty of this recipe is its versatility! Use your favorite store-bought BBQ sauce, or try a homemade version for a more customized flavor.
My BBQ sauce is too sweet. How can I fix it?
Balance the sweetness with a splash of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of Dijon mustard.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs - These easy to make to crockpot chicken drumsticks coated in a barbecue and spice rub with just 3 ingredients for a perfect dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 2 1/2 cups BBQ sauce, divided
- 2 tablespoons BBQ spice rub
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Lightly grease the bottom of the slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Rub the spice all over the drumsticks, place in the slow cooker.
- Pour BBQ sauce (2 cups) into the slow cooker. Toss to coat. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours.
- Preheat the broiler. Remove the chicken from the pot and arrange in a single layer on a sheet pan.
- Brush the remaining BBQ sauce over the drumsticks and broil for about 3-5 minutes or until browned and crisp on the outside.
- Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 629Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 290mgSodium: 1466mgCarbohydrates: 49gFiber: 1gSugar: 40gProtein: 56g
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