Here’s a quick and simple 3 ingredient Easy Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks Recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, Sunday lunch, or even Game Day!
Be sure to also try these crazy good Crock Pot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Legs, too!
Easy Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks Recipe
This week keep your dinner simple and tasty with these family pleasing Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks! They’re kid approved and fall-off-the-bone delicious! The perfect slow cooker solution for those busy weeknights!
Misty writes: "So tasty! So easy! So cheap! What else could you ask for! Followed recipe to a tee. Used leftovers for pulled bbq chicken sandwiches. Finger lickin' good!"
In fact, these BBQ Chicken Legs are so good that licking your fingers is actually preferred over using napkins!!
You know how much I love Easy Slow Cooker Recipes, and preparing these Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks is as easy as it gets.
So how easy is this recipe? To start, all you’ll need to do is toss your BBQ Chicken Legs in Crock Pot and walk away…
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Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks Ingredients
It takes just a few easy to find ingredients to create these finger licking fantastic BBQ Ranch Drumsticks.
Add the following to your next grocery list, so you have everything on hand to make yours…
- Chicken Drumsticks
- Barbecue Sauce
- Onion
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crockpot to get the job done.
That’s it. You’ll need just 3 ingredients to create this obsessively delicious dinner!
How Much Water Do You Put in a Slow Cooker for Chicken?
Believe it or not, you actually don’t need any water at all!
The chicken drumsticks will cook in the juices they release.
How Long Does It Take For Drumsticks To Cook In Crock Pot?
Just three and a half hours!
You’ll start by placing your drumsticks in your 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot. Then cook on HIGH heat for 3 hours or until done.
Next you’ll drain the juices, add the sauce, and cook for 30 more minutes!
How Do You Know When Chicken Legs Are Cooked?
To know for sure if your chicken wings are fully cooked, simply insert a kitchen thermometer into your chicken legs to verify that the internal temperature is at least 165 degrees.
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What To Serve With Your Slow Cooked BBQ Drumsticks
Add even more tasty flavor to your BBQ chicken dinner when you add some of these delicious dinner sides to your glorious bbq drumsticks…
- Tater Tots
- Seasoning Potato Wedges
- Potato Chips
- Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Hashbrowns
- Homemade Cornbread Muffins with butter
- BBQ Beans
- Creamy Bacon Macaroni and Cheese
- Rudy’s Copycat Creamed Corn
- Green Salad
- Sweet and Sour Coleslaw
BBQ Drumsticks Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Italian Chicken Recipe…
Staci writes: “So easy and delicious!”
Porsche writes: “Came out delicious.”
Michelle writes: “CHEAP and my family loves it!”
Niki writes: “OMG these taste awesome!!”
DeWanda writes: “Turned out very good and flavorful!”
Jessica writes: “I would make this again. Very good.”
Anita writes: “My kids love these drumsticks and so do I.” 🙂
Leslie writes: “This was very good tender chicken! Will definitely make again.”
Erin writes: “So easy and delicious, great for pulled bbq chicken sandwiches using leftovers”
Misty writes: “So tasty! So easy! So cheap! What else could you ask for! Followed recipe to a tee. Used leftovers for pulled bbq chicken sandwiches. Finger lickin’ good!”
Lauren writes: “Came out great. Meat fell off the bone.”
Jessica writes: “This turned out so good, falling off the bone.”
Calen writes: “Chicken was falling off the bones!! 😁 I seasoned the chicken the night before and put it the crockpot the next day.”
Deborah writes: “Made this a couple times and it’s easy and delicious!!!”
Allison writes: “Sooo yummy especially paired up with mashed potatoes!”
Michelle writes: “These are a favorite at our house. So easy and tasty. Pair it with instant potatoes and a veggie for dinner. Yum!”
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Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks Recipe!
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Chicken Drumsticks
- 18 ounces Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce (1 bottle)
- ½ cup water (optional)
- 1 White Onion sliced (optional)
Instructions
- If adding onions, place 1/2 cup water and sliced onions on the bottom of the Crockpot, then lay Drumsticks on top.
- If not adding onions, simply place Drumsticks in Crockpot.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 hours.
- After 3 hours, remove juices from crockpot, and pour entire contents of BBQ sauce bottle over chicken.
- Cover, and cook for 30 minutes more, or until done. ENJOY!!
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Stefan says
Just found your site and this recipe. I don’t remember what my search criteria was. But, glad I found it. I’ve never done chicken in the crockpot like that. I have done baby back ribs in the crockpot. Slather them in the BBQ sauce, put them on low for 7-8 hours, pull them out and put them on a tin foil lined cookie sheet with a little more BBQ sauce on them, Put them under the broiler in the oven for a few minutes to let the sauce caramelize. Fall off the bone good.
Love the chicken in the crockpot, but I think the next time I make them, I’m going to do it similar to the ribs method. Cook them using your method but once they are done, pull them out, put them on the tin foil lined cookie sheet. Baste them with the sauce and put under the broiler for a few minutes so it caramelizes.
Thank you for the recipe and your website. I’m looking forward to finding some more easy crockpot ideas.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you liked the drumsticks, Stefan… and that’s definitely a delicious way to finish them off under the broiler. It adds a nice crispy touch. 🙂
Susan Banbury says
We prefer thighs. Can I substitute?
Heidi says
Hi Susan… absolutely! Thighs work great in this recipe as well. Just keep an eye on the cook time as you may need to adjust it slightly. ENJOY! 🙂
Cyn says
I just seen the on high sorry about that 🙂
Cyn says
When making in crockpot what temperature should I use for the 3 1/2 hours thanks in advance
Jackie says
Fantastic! This recipe will now be replacing Nana’s BBQ Chicken legs made in the oven. Nothing was leftover (I used 6 legs for a family of 3).
Heidi says
Aww ~ so glad to hear you liked it, Jackie! It’s a family favorite here, too. 😉
Christina says
I have this in my crockpot for the second time today! A few weeks ago I made it for myself and put 6 drumsticks in, with the intentions of having leftovers…….they were so amazing I ate them all!!! Ooops!
I put in 7 today (that’s how many were in the package I bought), so we will see if I can keep some for leftovers this time!!!
Heidi says
Haha… aren’t they so delicious, Christina? They’re a family favorite here, too… and we’ve never had any leftovers. 😉
Ashley vetter says
Is it the same cook time for frozen drumsticks? Or do I need to thaw them?
Heidi says
Hi Ashley ~ I would recommend thawing them first. If you end up using slightly frozen drumsticks, you’ll just need to extend the time a bit. 🙂
THOMAS THOMPSON says
I’M LOOKING FOR A RECIPE FOR CROCKPOT CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS, SOMETHING EASY.
I NEED HOW LONG TO COOK, AND SOME EASY INGREDIENTS. THANKS, I LOVE YOUR WEB SITE.
Emilee says
Have you tried adding rice into it? Would I be able to add that into the crockpot, if so, how much?
Heidi says
Hi Emilee ~ I haven’t tried that, but if you do… let me know how it turns out!
Jen says
If I split this recipe in half and only make 5-6 chicken legs, is the cook time the same?
Whitney says
I LOVE this recipe. My only question is, my crock pot is very small and can only fit 5 drumsticks on the bottom. If I wanted to make more is it ok to stack then on top of each other? Will they all cook through the same?
Jessica says
did you end up stacking them? cause i am only able to fix 6 on the bottom, and i want to do 12.
Mary Stark says
The picture shows they are layered.
August says
This was really good! I just made it tonight! My family loved it! I was nervous to cook the chicken without anything on it, but it was so delicious. My husband even said this was the best cooked chicken I have made…very tender. Thank you!
Heidi says
I’m so glad your family liked it, August! Isn’t it SO easy to make? 🙂
Destiny says
What would be time frame on low setting?
Heidi says
Hi Destiny ~ if cooking on the low setting, a good rule of thumb is to double the cooking time. Just keep an eye on them to see when they’re done. Hope that helps! 😉