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BBQ Chicken Legs

Juicy, flavorful chicken legs smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks Look for organic or free-range options for better flavor.
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Consider gluten-free or sugar-free options for dietary adjustments.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Can add during last cooking hour to keep chicken moist.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, chicken broth, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Lightly grease your crock pot and place the chicken drumsticks inside in a single layer.
  3. Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring each drumstick is well coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  2. The chicken is ready when the meat easily pulls away from the bone.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken hot with sides like coleslaw or roasted sweet potatoes.

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.