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Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks That Melt in Your Mouth

This Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks recipe yields perfectly tender and flavorful chicken, finished with a crispy skin.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Juicy and flavorful due to fat content.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Water Homemade broth enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness for crispy finish.
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar.
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper Omit for a milder dish.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or use fresh thyme.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to broth saltiness.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Arrange the chicken drumsticks in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, jalapeno, minced garlic, dried thyme, and salt. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  4. Preheat your broiler, transfer the drumsticks to a baking sheet, and discard any garlic and jalapeno pieces.
  5. Broil for 2-4 minutes until the skin is bubbling and golden brown.
  6. Drizzle reserved juices over the chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Watch the broiler closely to prevent burning. Thawed chicken yields the best results.

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