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crockpot chicken leg recipes

Crockpot chicken leg recipes are an easy, budget-friendly way to make juicy, fall-off-the-bone drumsticks packed with flavor using minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs chicken legs drumsticks
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce or honey garlic / teriyaki / buffalo, depending on flavor
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels.
  2. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken legs in the crockpot in a single layer.
  4. Pour BBQ sauce (or chosen sauce) over the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
  6. (Optional) For crispy skin, transfer cooked legs to a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Swap BBQ sauce with honey garlic, teriyaki, or buffalo sauce for different flavors.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.