Crockpot Chicken Legs Recipe
Fall-off-the-bone tender chicken legs made in a slow cooker with savory seasonings. Economical drumsticks and thighs become richly infused, serving as a base for tacos, bowls, or dinner.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 12 chicken legs or thighs (drumsticks preferred)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 carrots, sliced (optional)
- 2 celery stalks, chopped (optional)
- 2 cups chicken broth (halal certified)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels
- Rub olive oil over chicken
- Coat with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper
- Place chicken in crockpot
- Add carrots, celery, and broth (if using)
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours
- Remove and let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use halal-certified chicken for dietary compliance
Skip vegetables for keto/drop-carb versions
Glaze chicken with honey before serving for extra flavor
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days
Skip vegetables for keto/drop-carb versions
Glaze chicken with honey before serving for extra flavor
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days
Nutrition
Serving: 2g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 500mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g