Are you on the lookout for a delicious, budget-friendly meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor or nutrition? Look no further than these Slow Cooker Soy Honey Chicken Drumsticks with Broccoli. This recipe is a perfect combination of tender, flavorful chicken and nutrient-packed broccoli, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Why Chicken Drumsticks?
Chicken drumsticks are incredibly inexpensive, making them a great option for families trying to stick to a budget without sacrificing taste or quality. They are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for slow cooking, which allows the rich, savory marinade to penetrate deep into the meat.
Frozen Broccoli: Nutrient-Rich and Convenient
In this recipe, we use frozen broccoli, which is frozen at the peak of freshness to lock in all the nutrients. This means you’re getting a super high nutrient content without any of the hassle of washing and chopping fresh broccoli. Plus, it’s always available in your freezer, ready to be added to your meal.
Adding Extra Nutrients with Bone Broth
To make this dish even more nutritious, consider cooking your rice with bone broth instead of water. Bone broth is rich in minerals and collagen, which can contribute to better joint health and overall wellness. It’s a simple switch that can make a big difference in the nutritional value of your meal.
Recipe: Slow Cooker Soy Honey Chicken Drumsticks with Broccoli
Ingredients:
- 2-3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup chicken broth or bone broth
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed and roughly chopped (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 cups frozen broccoli, prepared according to package instructions
- Cooked rice, for serving (consider using bone broth for extra nutrients)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sliced scallions, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Slow Cooker:
- In your slow cooker, combine the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), honey, chicken broth (or bone broth), fresh ginger (or ground ginger), garlic (or garlic powder), and sesame oil. Mix well to combine.
- Add the Chicken:
- Place the chicken drumsticks in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Cooking Time:
- Cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, depending on how fast your slow cooker cooks. The chicken should be tender and cooked through.
- Prepare the Broccoli:
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the frozen broccoli according to the package instructions and set aside.
- Grill the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a preheated grill over high heat. Grill for about 2 minutes on each side to achieve a slightly charred and crispy exterior.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- While the chicken is on the grill, make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Add the slurry to the sauce in the slow cooker. Turn the slow cooker to high and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked broccoli to the thickened sauce in the slow cooker, mixing well to coat the broccoli in the sauce.
- Serve the grilled chicken drumsticks with the saucy broccoli and cooked rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
This recipe not only brings a delicious meal to your table but also helps you save money and time. With the affordability of chicken drumsticks, the convenience and nutrition of frozen broccoli, and the added benefits of cooking rice with bone broth, you have a wholesome and flavorful dinner that the whole family will love.
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Slow Cooker Soy Honey Chicken Drumsticks
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 5 1x
Description
Enjoy tender, flavorful chicken drumsticks with a sweet and savory soy honey glaze, cooked to perfection in your slow cooker and finished on the grill. Served with saucy broccoli and rice, this easy, healthy meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2–3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup chicken broth or bone broth
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed and roughly chopped (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 cups frozen broccoli, prepared according to package instructions
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sliced scallions, for garnish
Instructions
-
Prepare the Slow Cooker:
- In your slow cooker, combine the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), honey, chicken broth (or bone broth), fresh ginger (or ground ginger), garlic (or garlic powder), and sesame oil. Mix well to combine.
-
Add the Chicken:
- Place the chicken drumsticks in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
-
Cooking Time:
- Cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, depending on how fast your slow cooker cooks. The chicken should be tender and cooked through.
-
Prepare the Broccoli:
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the frozen broccoli according to the package instructions and set aside.
-
Grill the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a preheated grill over high heat. Grill for about 2 minutes on each side to achieve a slightly charred and crispy exterior.
-
Thicken the Sauce:
- While the chicken is on the grill, make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Add the slurry to the sauce in the slow cooker. Turn the slow cooker to high and stir until the sauce thickens.
-
Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked broccoli to the thickened sauce in the slow cooker, mixing well to coat the broccoli in the sauce.
- Serve the grilled chicken drumsticks with the saucy broccoli and cooked rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 120
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