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Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe (EASY)

May 12, 2014 By Heidi 38 Comments

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This easy 3 ingredient Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe smothers your chicken legs in a finger licking amazing sauce!

With so few ingredients, you know you’ve discovered one super easy chicken dinner to serve up this week.

I know you’ll also love these tantalizing Crockpot BBQ Ranch Chicken Drumsticks!

Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

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Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Give your ordinary drumsticks some serious kick with this easy to make 3-ingredient Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe!

Keashia writes: "One of my husband's favorite dishes that I make."

The spicy Buffalo sauce combined with ranch seasoning creates a rich and sassy sauce.

Plus… it’s so EASY that it almost seems magical!

Just make sure you’ve got plenty of napkins on hand.

These spicy chicken drumsticks will tempt and tease your tastebuds. You may even find yourself licking your fingers for every last bit of sauce you can find.

I certainly did!

These buffalo chicken drumsticks make an ideal weeknight dinner entree, are great for your next casual Party, and don’t forget about game day!

This is one easy recipe you really need to try!

Here’s what you’ll need to get started…

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Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Crockpot

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks Ingredients

It takes just 3 simple ingredients to make the BEST Buffalo Drumsticks!

Add the following to your next grocery list, so you have everything on hand to make yours…

  • Chicken Drumsticks
  • Buffalo Sauce
  • Ranch Seasoning – packet or homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart crockpot to get the job done.

How Long Do Drumsticks Need To Be Cooked For?

When cooking drumsticks in your slow cooker, you’ll want to set your crockpot at temperature setting specified in the recipe card below.

Then cook for a total of around 3 hours and 30 minutes, or until done.

After cooking, I drain the juices before adding in the sauce.

Then I finish cooking the drumsticks with the sauce.

This will make sure your finished drumsticks come served with as rich, thick and tasty a sauce as possible.

How To Make Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks

It’s actually SO easy to prepare these tempting chicken drumsticks in your slow cooker.

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. You’ll just place your raw uncooked drumsticks in your 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot.

2. Then set your Crock Pot temp and cook per the instructions in the recipe.

3. Once your chicken is done, drain the juices.

4. Then add your sauce and continue cooking until done!

Easy peasy!!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

What To Serve With Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks

Create the ultimate dinner feast when you serve up some of these tasty sides with your buffalo ranch chicken 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
  • Sweet and Sour Coleslaw
  • Green Salad
  • Rudy’s Copycat Creamed Corn

Buffalo Ranch Variations

If you love the warm, tingling Buffalo flavor perfectly paired with ranch seasoning as much as I do… you are in the right place.

Here are even more tasty buffalo ranch recipe variations I know you’re gonna love…

  • Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Wings
  • Buffalo Ranch Meatballs
  • Buffalo Ranch Veggie and Chip Dip
  • Crockpot Cheesy Cauliflower
  • Homemade Buffalo Mac and Cheese
  • Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Thighs
  • Crock Pot Buffalo Ranch Chicken
  • Buffalo Ranch Pork Chops

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumstick Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe…

Raquel writes: “Easy and yum.”

Jamie writes: “So delicious!”

Kimberly writes: “Love it.”

Summer writes: “Fun and easy dinner.”

Hope writes: “An easy and tasty favorite.”

Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Nicole writes: “Liked it for ease and taste!”

Keashia writes: “One of my husband’s favorite dishes that I make.”

Michele writes: “Hubby loved it!”

Geneva writes: “Perfect for game nights.”

Liz writes: “Great flavor. Put drumsticks in the oven on broil first and again at the end and it gave them a bit of a crispier skin. Would definitely make again.”

Katrina writes: “Great! We broil them at the end a bit to make them crispier.”


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Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Legs Recipe!

This easy Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe smothers your chicken legs in a finger licking amazing sauce!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time3 hours hrs 35 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Chicken Drumsticks fresh or thawed
  • 12 ounces Frank’s Buffalo Red Hot Wings Sauce (1 bottle)
  • 1 ounce Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix packet or 3 tablespoons Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix

Instructions

  • Place Drumsticks in Crockpot.
  • Cover with lid and cook on HIGH for 3 hours.
  • After 3 hours, remove juices from crockpot.
  • In small mixing bowl, combine Ranch Packet and Buffalo Sauce and stir well.
  • Pour mixture over chicken.
  • Cover, and cook for 30 minutes more, or until done.
  • Optional: Garnish with chopped Green Onions
    . (see tips for How To Regrow Green Onions Inside
    !) ENJOY!!
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American

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So have you tried this Crockpot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Drumsticks Recipe yet?

Share with us in the comments below!

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    • Marcy says

      April 8, 2018 at 11:43 pm

      Can one use boneless chicken thighs instead of the drumsticks ?
      Would the cooking time change?
      The ranch buffalo drumstick recipe is what I’m referring to.
      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 25, 2018 at 2:09 pm

        Hi Marcy ~ absolutely… 6 – 8 fresh {or thawed} boneless chicken thighs can be substituted for the drumsticks. The cook time is usually pretty similar, but just keep an eye on them. If using larger thighs you may need to lengthen the time a bit. ENJOY! 🙂

        Reply
    • Joe Haney says

      November 3, 2016 at 5:25 pm

      We had this for the first time tonight, awesome. Bringing this to a tailgate in two weeks.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 16, 2016 at 9:35 pm

        So glad to hear you liked them, Joe! Aren’t they just packed with flavor? And I agree… perfect for your tailgate menu!

        Reply
    • D says

      September 18, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      Does the skin get crispy?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        September 19, 2016 at 1:01 pm

        Hi D ~ no… the skin does not get crispy. 😉

        Reply
    • Kimberley says

      February 7, 2016 at 12:12 pm

      I was in a hurry and scatterbrain mama accidently put the hot sauce in at the beginning. Is that bad?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        February 9, 2016 at 11:39 am

        Hi Kimberley ~ that will still work, it will just result in a much more watered-down sauce. I like to toss out the juices to keep the sauce more flavorful and thick, but adding it at the beginning will work, too. 🙂

        Reply
    • Sharaye says

      November 23, 2015 at 7:00 am

      I’m sooo tempted to try this but what would be a good side dish ???

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 14, 2015 at 4:28 pm

        Hi Sharaye ~ potatoes are a delicious side dish with these drumsticks… check out this BIG List of Yummy Potato Side Dishes and pick your favorite… 😉

        https://thefrugalgirls.com/ultimate-potato-side-dish-recipes

        Reply
    • Lauren says

      November 12, 2015 at 7:39 am

      Making this for dinner tonight… Wondered what y’all think I should make with it? In kinda drawing a blank! HELP!

      Reply
      • Chris says

        February 2, 2018 at 10:53 am

        I’m thinking mac n cheese

        Reply
    • Laura says

      August 11, 2015 at 6:27 pm

      My roommates and i love this recipe! I am making it for the second time right now. 30 mins left on the crock pot!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 11, 2015 at 10:12 pm

        So glad to hear you are all loving it, Laura! 🙂

        Reply
    • isa says

      June 5, 2015 at 10:03 pm

      Is it a must to use “franks wing sauce” is it okay to use a different wing sauce??

      Reply
    • Taylor says

      April 12, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      just had these for dinner ! doubled the recipe and used wings and breast tenderloins instead and it was delicious! I will never cook wings a different way again 😊😊

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        April 15, 2015 at 8:49 am

        Yay ~ so glad you loved it, Taylor! The tenderloins sound like a delicious addition, too! 😉

        Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 28, 2014 at 8:32 am

      Could I maybe do this on low for 6 hours?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        October 28, 2014 at 9:04 am

        Hi Meghan ~ absolutely! All crockpots vary slightly, so just keep an eye on them to see when they’re done. ENJOY! 😉

        Reply
        • Misty says

          October 29, 2014 at 5:36 pm

          If you cook them on low, when do you recommend adding the ranch packet/buffalo sauce mixture? And would you still cook it an extra 30 minutes?

          Reply
          • Heidi says

            October 29, 2014 at 6:28 pm

            Hi Misty ~ I would remove the juices and add the sauce for the last hour or so. Hope that helps! 😉

            Reply
    • Olivia says

      October 18, 2014 at 8:04 pm

      will be trying this tomorrow for my husbands football get together
      What do you recommend pairing it with?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        October 18, 2014 at 8:30 pm

        Hi Olivia ~ you can find many more fun Game Day Recipes here: https://thefrugalgirls.com/game-day-recipes ENJOY! 😉

        Reply
    • Debra says

      September 26, 2014 at 11:34 pm

      Going to try with boneless ribs! Buffalo sauce will give the ribs a great taste!!

      Reply
    • Lecrisha says

      September 21, 2014 at 7:09 am

      I just found you on Pinterest. I’ve always been a huge crockpot user but have been stuck always doing the same recipes. Im so excited to find your recipes. They’re short and sweet and look delicious! I already have 2 on my menu for this week!!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        October 1, 2014 at 9:14 pm

        Aww ~ thanks for the sweet comment, Lecrisha! Enjoy the recipes!! 😉

        Reply
    • Jessica says

      August 31, 2014 at 9:43 am

      Maybe I’m just a newbie, but do you put the drumsticks in anything while they cook in the crockpot for three hours? Water? Anything? Or just toss em in?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 31, 2014 at 9:44 am

        Hi Jessica ~ you’ll just toss the drumsticks inn ~ nothing else is required… the chicken will end up cooking in its own juices. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    • Michael says

      August 24, 2014 at 8:38 am

      I want to try this recipe but I wonder do u put any liquid in the crockpot before you cook the chicken?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 24, 2014 at 10:07 pm

        Hi Michael ~ nothing else is required… the chicken will end up cooking in its own juices. Hope that helps! 😉

        Reply
    • Bree says

      August 12, 2014 at 12:06 pm

      The drumsticks are in the crockpot now. This is so quick and easy! I’m hoping these turn out great. Me and fiancé love anything with buffalo sauce! (:

      Reply
    • Hillary says

      August 7, 2014 at 1:07 pm

      Drumsticks already in crockpot! Really looking forward to having this, my prego butt has been craving ANYTHING with buffalo wing sauce!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 7, 2014 at 1:23 pm

        Haha… hope they satisfy your craving, Hillary! 😉

        Reply
    • Chelsi says

      August 3, 2014 at 9:09 am

      I think I am going to do this using wings instead. My dad a d brother will love it.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 7, 2014 at 1:23 pm

        I’ve done this with wings, too… and it’s just as delicious!

        Reply
    • Kat says

      July 24, 2014 at 1:08 pm

      Making these tonight…love using my crockpot in this 100 degree weather.

      Reply
      • Kat says

        July 25, 2014 at 7:23 am

        And to follow up–my husband inhaled this meal. 🙂 Thank you for a great and easy recipe!

        Reply
        • Heidi says

          July 30, 2014 at 9:43 am

          Aww ~ so glad your husband loved the drumsticks, Kat! I agree… crockpots in the summer are a life saver! 😉

          Reply

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