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Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

Easy and delicious slow cooker BBQ chicken drumsticks that cook themselves while you relax.


Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional)
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce (divided)


Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with spice mixture.
  2. Place chicken in slow cooker.
  3. Pour 1½ cups BBQ sauce and honey over chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  5. Transfer to baking sheet, brush with remaining sauce.
  6. Broil 3–4 minutes until caramelized.
  7. Serve with favorite sides.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for crispier skin, and feel free to experiment with different sauces or spices.