Description
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks! This easy-to-prepare recipe transforms plain chicken drumsticks into a flavorful, finger-licking good meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The combination of sweet honey, tangy BBQ sauce, and aromatic spices creates a delectable glaze that will have your family and guests begging for seconds.
Ingredients
- 3 pound chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for broiling)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for stickier sauce)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional, for tang)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels, then season them all over with the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Rub the seasonings in to ensure even coverage.
- In a bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, brown sugar (if using), and apple cider vinegar (if using).
- Place the seasoned chicken drumsticks in your slow cooker and pour the honey BBQ sauce over the top. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- For an extra layer of flavor and texture, transfer the cooked drumsticks to a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush them generously with additional BBQ sauce and broil for 2 to 5 minutes, keeping a close eye, until the sauce is sticky and slightly charred.
- Serve the Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks hot, with any extra sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
To ensure your Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Chicken Drumsticks turn out absolutely mouthwatering, consider these helpful tips:
– For best results, use fresh, high-quality chicken drumsticks. Frozen drumsticks can also work, but be sure to thaw them completely before seasoning and cooking.
– If you have the time, marinate the seasoned drumsticks in the honey BBQ sauce mixture for a few hours or even overnight before slow cooking.
– When broiling the drumsticks, keep a close eye on them and rotate the pan occasionally to ensure even caramelization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 311
- Sugar: 19
- Sodium: 1000
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Protein: 26
- Cholesterol: 80