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Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks | Ultimate Easy Family Favorite


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tender slow cooker honey BBQ chicken drumsticks coated in sweet and smoky sauce, finished under the broiler for a caramelized glaze.


Ingredients

Scale

3 pounds chicken drumsticks

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning optional

1/3 cup honey

2 cups BBQ sauce divided


Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry.

2. Mix spices together.

3. Rub seasoning over drumsticks.

4. Place in slow cooker.

5. Add honey and 1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce.

6. Cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours or HIGH 3 to 4 hours.

7. Transfer to baking sheet.

8. Brush with remaining sauce.

9. Broil 3 to 4 minutes until caramelized.

Notes

Use skinless drumsticks if preferred.

Add extra spice with hot sauce if desired.

Store leftovers in airtight container up to four days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg