Summertime calls for backyard barbecues, and these Slow Cooker Drumsticks will take your grill game to a whole new level! This recipe starts in the slow cooker to ensure tender, juicy chicken, and then finishes with a quick grill session for that irresistible smoky flavor.
These succulent barbecue chicken drumsticks are perfect for your summer cookouts and will be a hit with family and friends alike. So take out the slow cooked and fire up that grill! Get ready for a mouthwatering meal that will leave everyone craving more!
What to Make With Slow Cooker Drumsticks
Serve the Finger-Lickin’ Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks with your favorite summer sides and enjoy a fabulous, finger-licking feast!
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Watch How to Make these Slow Cooker Drumsticks!
You can watch me make this recipe with 3 other summertime delights here!
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More Slow Cooker Recipes To Try
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- Shredded Mexican Beef
Tangy Slow Cooker Drumsticks
- Total Time: 4 hours 3 minutes
- Yield: 3 1x
Description
These succulent Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks are the ultimate summer cookout delight. Starting in the slow cooker for tender, juicy chicken and finishing with a quick grill session for a smoky flavor, they are a mouthwatering feast that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 2–3 pounds Chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, create the marinade by combining barbecue sauce, honey, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken Drumsticks: Generously coat the chicken drumsticks with the marinade right in the slow cooker, ensuring they are thoroughly covered.
- Slow Cook the Drumsticks: Cook on low for approximately 4 hours. Make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Once the chicken is fully cooked, choose between two options for the finishing touch. For a crispy skin, broil the drumsticks in the oven or grill them on high for a few minutes until they develop a beautiful char.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Finger-Lickin' Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks with your favorite summer sides and enjoy a fabulous, finger-licking feast!
Notes
Instead of grilling, you can achieve a crispy skin by broiling the drumsticks in the oven.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
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