Sticky-Sweet Crockpot BBQ Chicken
Tender, flavorful chicken drumsticks slow-cooked to perfection and finished with a sticky, sweet caramelized BBQ glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
3 pounds chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/3 cup honey
2 cups bbq sauce (divided)
Instructions
1.Place drumsticks in the slow cooker.
2.Mix brown sugar, pepper, paprika, onion, garlic, and cajun seasoning; sprinkle over chicken.
3.Drizzle honey over the seasoned chicken.
4.Pour 1 1/2 cups of BBQ sauce over the chicken.
5.Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
6.Line a baking sheet with foil and transfer chicken to it.
7.Brush with remaining BBQ sauce.
8.Broil for 2-3 minutes until caramelized and crisp.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F.
Monitor closely under the broiler to prevent burning.
Substitute maple syrup for honey if desired.
Great for meal prep and easy weeknight dinners.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Find it online: https://chickenio.com/sticky-sweet-crockpot-bbq-chicken/