Slow cooker BBQ chicken drumsticks are so flavorful. Finished off in the broiler for that added crisp. Tastes like it was grilled, but with that fall off the bone goodness.
Chicken is of our family go-to meals around here. Mostly because it’s affordable and everyone in the family likes it. I’ll admit, I’m a little picky when it comes to chicken dishes because if chicken isn’t cooked well, it can be really bland. These BBQ drumsticks are far from bland. They are super flavorful and a family favorite that everyone eats and no one complains about. Win-win!
What are the benefits of eating chicken?
Chicken is a great source of lean, low fat protein. Vitamins such as A, B6, B12, niacin, thiamine or riboflavin, or minerals such as iron, zinc, magnesium, potassium or phosphorus are present in chicken.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Flavorful chicken
- Great for the whole family
- Slow cooker does most of the work
- Easy to make
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- 12 chicken drumsticks
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Ground mustard
- Brown Sugar
- Paprika
- Salt
- Cayenne pepper
- BBQ Sauce
How to make this recipe
1 – Add the brown sugar, garlic and onion powders, ground mustard and paprika to a large resealable bag and shake to mix seasonings.
2 – Add one drumstick to the bag and shake to coat the drumstick. Remove and add to the slow cooker. Repeat until all 12 drumsticks are coated in the seasonings.
It’s ok to layer the drumsticks in the crockpot.
3 – Drizzle about half a cup of the BBQ sauce over the top of the chicken drumsticks. Cover and cook on low for about 6-7 hours.
4 – Once the drumsticks are done in the slow cooker, turn oven broiler to high.
5 – Cover a baking sheet with foil and lay the drumsticks out in a single layer. Brush half cup of BBQ sauce over the drumsticks, flip them over and brush with remaining half cup of BBQ sauce.
6 – Place drumsticks in the broiler for 3 minutes, flip the drumsticks over and broil for another 3 minutes.
Take out and enjoy!
How do I store cooked chicken drumsticks?
Place cooled drumsticks in an airtight container. Properly stored, cooked chicken will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Calories per serving (2 drumsticks): 308
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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients
- 12 chicken drumsticks, bone in, skin on
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp ground mustard
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1 1/2 cup bbq sauce any kind
Instructions
- Combine all the seasonings and spices, along with the sugar, in a large resealable bag. Place a chicken drumstick in the bag, shake to coat, then add to slow cooker. Repeat until all 12 of the drumsticks are coated and placed in slow cooker. It's okay to layer drumsticks in slow cooker.
- Drizzle 1/2 cup barbecue sauce over the chicken drumsticks. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.
- Turn oven on to high broil. Cover large baking sheet with foil and arrange chicken drumsticks in a single layer. Brush drumsticks with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, flip and brush with remaining 1/2 cup barbecue sauce.
- Broil for 3 minutes on once side, flip and broil on other side for an additional 3 minutes until crisp.
Notes
- Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Nutrition
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Love that this is made in the slow cooker. I normally bake mine but it’s such a hassle to have to keep an eye on them sometimes lol. Can’t wait to try these out on Sunday!!
Thanks! I hope you enjoy! 🙂
Okay, you had me at slow cooker. We love chicken drumsticks and I especially like the idea of having them be tender and falling off the bone. Good idea to crisp them up in the broiler.
Thanks! They’re super delicious.
My family really loved this! It was so good!
Thanks, Toni! 🙂
Love that you made these in the slow cooker. So simple and delicious. My kids absolutely love drumsticks!
Thanks! Mine too! 🙂
Love that these are low calorie because they are so flavorful!! This is officially our go-to drumstick recipe… so easy, and everyone loves them. Thanks for sharing such an awesome recipe!
Thanks so much, Candice. 🙂
First time trying making some BBQ chicken with a slow cooker, and loving it! This is super easy, and super delicious. The broiling at the end makes these even more yummy.
I’m so glad you love it!
Perfect indoor BBQ method for my winter cravings!
It’s perfect for the winter months! 🙂
This is a great meal to have on hand when I want something easy to make but full of flavor. They looks delicious.
Thanks, Sharon!
These are so delicious, cheap and easy to make. I have everything on hand most weeks to make a batch of these. Thanks so much for a great recipe.
You’re welcome, Megan. 🙂
I love how easy and tasty these sound – perfect finger food for game day!
Thank you! 🙂