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Home » Recipes » The Ultimate Slow Cooker Drumsticks with Tangy BBQ!

The Ultimate Slow Cooker Drumsticks with Tangy BBQ!

Filed Under: Dinner, Slow Cooker and Freezer Meals July 29, 2023

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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.

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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!

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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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    Tangy Slow Cooker Drumsticks


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    • Total Time: 4 hours 3 minutes
    • Yield: 3 1x
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    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

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    • 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
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    Instructions

    1. Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, create the marinade by combining barbecue sauce, honey, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
    2. Coat the Chicken Drumsticks: Generously coat the chicken drumsticks with the marinade right in the slow cooker, ensuring they are thoroughly covered.
    3. Slow Cook the Drumsticks: Cook on low for approximately 4 hours. Make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
    4. 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.
    5. 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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