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Deliciously cooked Crockpot chicken legs served with herbs and spices

Crockpot Chicken Legs

A comforting and easy-to-make recipe for juicy crockpot chicken legs, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken legs (drumsticks)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: fresh herbs for garnish

Method

Preparation

  • Season the chicken legs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken legs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Cooking

  • Place the seared chicken legs in the slow cooker and add the chicken broth.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Finishing

  • For crispy skin, place the cooked chicken under the broiler for 3-5 minutes after cooking.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 450mg

Notes

Don’t rush the searing step! Browning the chicken legs helps lock in flavor and gives a nice texture. You can add vegetables like carrots or potatoes to the slow cooker with the chicken for a complete meal. Adjust the spices to your taste; you can add more paprika for extra heat or try different herbs.
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