Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken
   Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.

2. Season
   Sprinkle the drumsticks with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

3. Add to slow cooker
   Place the drumsticks in a single layer inside the slow cooker.

4. Add sauce and butter
   Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken.
   Cut the butter into pieces and place it on top.

5. Cook

   • Cook on LOW for 5–6 hours
     or

   • Cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours

6. Optional (for caramelized glaze)
   Transfer the cooked drumsticks to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3–5 minutes to thicken and caramelize the sauce.

7. Serve
   Spoon extra sauce from the slow cooker over the drumsticks and serve hot.

Suggested Sides 

• Corn on the cob 🌽

• Coleslaw 🥗

• Mashed potatoes or rice

✅ Tip: If you want a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking.