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Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe (EASY)

March 3, 2015 By Heidi 5 Comments

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Get ready to serve up some sweet and tangy chicken legs when you make this easy 3 ingredient Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe!  Just 5 minutes of prep and you’re done!

Then… have even more fun licking your fingers when you try these mouthwatering BBQ Ranch Chicken Drumsticks!

Crockpot Barbecue Coke Drumsticks Recipe

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Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

This is one tasty Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe!

Betsy writes: "Chicken was so juicy it fell off the bone. I will definitely make this again."

Infusing Coke into your recipe is such an easy way to add a delicious twist to dinner. Then you add the BBQ Sauce to send it over the top!

Coca-Cola and Barbecue Sauce really do become best friends in this Coke Chicken Drumsticks dinner.

But be sure to give some love to your Crockpot.  It gets the credit for bringing this fun flavor combination together… almost effortlessly!

When you stumble across a recipe for Coca Cola Chicken Drumsticks in the Slow Cooker that only takes 3 Ingredients, you know it’s gonna be easy!

I don’t know about you, but I really love 3 Ingredient Crock Pot Recipes!

These recipes are the perfect remedy to a busy, hectic week.

Plus, you’re sure to have both the kids and the adults happily licking their fingers after devouring this tasty Slow Cooker Chicken!

So keep dinner easy and delicious this week.

Go grab these easy to find ingredients and let’s get started…

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Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks

BBQ Coca-Cola Drumsticks Ingredients

You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST slow cooker barbecue drumsticks!

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

  • Chicken Drumsticks – fresh or thawed
  • Barbecue Sauce – I recommend using the name brand variety specified in the recipe card.
  • Coca-Cola

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

That’s it.

It takes just 3 simple ingredients to create this glorious family pleasing dinner!

Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks

How To Make BBQ Coke 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!!

It really is crazy easy to cook chicken legs in your slow cooker!!

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

What To Serve With BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks

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

Crockpot Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Crockpot Chicken Drumstick Variations

Want to change up your drumsticks and try a different sauce?

These chicken drumstick recipe variations are packed with playful flavors your whole family will love!

You’ll start with the same chicken drumsticks and follow the same exact cooking instructions shown in the recipe card below. But then you’ll mix up the sauce ingredients listed below to create some fabulous new flavors.

Root Beer BBQ Drumsticks

  • 18 ounces Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey Barbecue Sauce (1 bottle)
  • 6 ounces Root Beer (use 1/2 of 12 ounce can)

Lori writes: “So easy and yummy. Great for a group!”

Jessica writes: “This is so easy to make, and the chicken is always delicious.”

Rabbit writes: “This is a new family favorite!  It’s so easy to make.  We’ve used this on chicken drumsticks and on chicken wings.”

Crockpot Root Beer Honey BBQ Wings Recipe

BBQ Dr. Pepper Drumsticks

  • 18 ounces Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce (1 bottle)
  • 6 ounces Dr. Pepper (use 1/2 of 12 ounce can)

Autumn writes: “Really good.”

Melissa writes: “Yummmmm! Cooked exactly as directed and it was delicious! Chicken was almost falling off the bone! #pinterestwin”

BBQ Coke Variations

Want even more ways to enjoy AMAZING combination of BBQ and Coke? Go for it!

Here are a few of my favorite variations…

  • Barbecue Coca Cola Pork Chops (just 3 ingredients)
  • BBQ Coke Chicken Wings (always a crowd-pleaser)
  • BBQ Coke Kielbasa Bites (fabulous party appetizer)
  • Crockpot BBQ Coca Cola Chicken (super easy dinner)
  • Instant Pot BBQ Coke Chicken (done fast!)
  • Slow Cooker Coca Cola Pulled Pork (perfect for sandwiches)
  • Slow Cooker BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs (fall-off-the-bone)

BBQ Coke Chicken Drumsticks Reviews

Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About the BBQ Coca-Cola Drumsticks…

Lori writes: “Awesome – thanks for sharing”

Linda writes: “Came out great!”

Garcia writes: “Made this for dinner. so yummy”

Sarah writes: “Delicious and super easy!”

Tara writes: “Yummy!”

Betsy writes: “Chicken was so juicy it fell off the bone. I will definitely make this again.”

Nikki writes: “Finger licking delicious”

Laurie writes: “My family loved it. Made tonight’s dinner simple and delicious!”

Lisa writes: “I love cooking meat with soda…it adds so much flavor!!!”

Crockpot Barbecue Coke Drumsticks Recipe


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Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Get ready to serve up some classic Coca-Cola inspired chicken legs when you make this easy Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Chicken Drumsticks Recipe!
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 lbs. Chicken Drumsticks fresh or thawed
  • 18 oz. Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce (1 bottle)
  • 6 oz. Coke (½ of 12 oz. Can)

Instructions

  • Place Drumsticks in Crockpot.
  • Cover with lid and cook on HIGH for 3 hours.
  • After 3 hours, remove juices from crockpot.
  • Mix together BBQ Sauce and Coca-Cola, and pour mixture over drumsticks.
  • Cover, and cook for 30 minutes more, or until done. How easy is that?? ENJOY!!
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American

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    • Angela says

      November 4, 2015 at 11:24 am

      Will chicken do okay in crockpot without liquid? Just started it but nervous whether this will be tender or not

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      • Heidi says

        November 4, 2015 at 12:01 pm

        Hi Angela ~ yes, it will be fine, as it will end up cooking in its own juices. It turns out very tender and delicious. ENJOY! 🙂

        Reply
    • Jane Hummel says

      April 17, 2015 at 7:20 am

      Do you recommend LOW or HIGH setting for the crockpot?

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      • Heidi says

        April 17, 2015 at 9:10 am

        Hi Jane ~ for this recipe I cook on HIGH, but if you prefer low, just extend the time. Hope that helps! 😉

        Reply
    • Byrdell Sparks says

      March 28, 2015 at 8:57 am

      Let;s try these sometime.

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