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easy chicken leg crockpot recipes

Easy Chicken Leg Crockpot Recipes

Discover delicious and effortless easy chicken leg crockpot recipes that simplify busy days. Enjoy tender, flavorful meals with minimal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken legs Chicken Legs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 4 smashed garlic cloves
  • 0.5 lemon Juice of lemon
  • 0.5 cup white wine or chicken broth for Savory Herb Chicken Legs
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce for Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons honey for Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger for Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes adjust to taste for Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks
  • 2 cloves minced garlic for Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks
  • to season Salt and pepper to season chicken legs

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Stirring Spoon
  • Optional Cooking Tool Such as a blender for homemade BBQ sauce

Method
 

  1. For BBQ Chicken Legs: Season chicken legs with garlic powder and smoked paprika. Place in the crockpot, pour in chicken broth, and stir.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  3. About 30 minutes before serving, slather BBQ sauce over the chicken and let it meld with the juices.
  4. For Savory Herb Chicken Legs: Season chicken legs with salt, pepper, dried thyme, and rosemary. Toss in smashed garlic cloves and lemon juice.
  5. Add white wine or chicken broth to the pot.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  7. For Spicy Asian-Inspired Drumsticks: Mix soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, chili flakes, and minced garlic in a bowl.
  8. Pour the mixture over the chicken legs in the crockpot.
  9. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Browning the chicken legs before slow cooking adds richness to the flavor. It’s optional but recommended if you have extra time.
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Reheat using the oven or stovetop for better texture.
Feel free to mix and match seasonings and sauces. Experimenting is part of the fun with crockpot recipes!
To enhance flavor, layer vegetables like carrots or potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot; they soak up all the juices and make a great side.
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