Tender Chicken Legs in Your Slow Cooker: Effortless Delight

This easy Slow Cooker Chicken Legs recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken legs with minimal effort, perfect for a delightful weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Resting Time 10

Total Time 8 10

Servings: 4 legs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Drumsticks Feel free to swap with thighs or wings.

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For bolder flavor, opt for fresh minced garlic.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust cooking time if using fresh onions.
1 teaspoon Salt Reduce quantity if you’re watching sodium intake.
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on your taste preference.

For Cooking

1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a lighter alternative.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil You can skip it for a healthier option.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by patting the chicken drumsticks dry with a paper towel. Set the chicken aside while moving on to the next step.
In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken legs with this seasoning blend.
Place the seasoned chicken drumsticks in the slow cooker, ensuring not to overcrowd them.
Pour the chicken broth over the arranged drumsticks. Drizzle olive oil on top for added richness.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken legs from the slow cooker and let them rest for a few moments before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pat the chicken dry before seasoning for richer flavor and texture. Ensure chicken reaches 165°F before serving.

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