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Crockpot Chicken Legs

Crockpot Chicken Legs - Effortlessly Tender and Flavorful Delight

Crockpot chicken legs are a hands-off, flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a tender meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 legs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Opt for skin-on for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Customize to your taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is ideal for stronger flavor.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted for an extra punch.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Feel free to skip if you don't have it on hand.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can elevate the flavor further.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium broth is a healthier choice.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Crockpot Chicken Legs
  1. Start by patting the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season them generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  2. Carefully place the seasoned chicken legs in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Pour the soy sauce and chicken broth evenly over the chicken legs.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken legs from the slow cooker and serve warm, spooning some of the savory cooking juices over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken legs are mostly submerged in the liquid and avoid overcrowding the slow cooker.

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