Sticky and Sweet Chicken Drumstick Recipe In the Slow Cooker
Servings 8
Sticky and sweet drumsticks made in the slow cooker using honey, brown sugar and other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup honey
- 1/2 Cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 Cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 Cup low sodium soy sauce
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 4 pounds drumsticks and/or wings
Instructions
- Whisk together honey, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger in a bowl.
- Add drumsticks/wings to the slow cooker. Pour the honey mixture onto the drumsticks/wings and mix well.
- Cook on high in the slow cooker for 4 hours. Toss the drumsticks/wings at the halfway point. Chicken should be at an internal temperature of 165˚ F when fully cooked.
- Once fully cooked, remove the drumstick/wings from the slow cooker and add to a baking pan that is lined with foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Broil for 3 minutes or until browned. Remove the drumsticks/wings from the oven and turn them on the other side.
- Broil the other side for 3 minutes or until browned. Serve warm.
Notes
Line your pan for easy clean-up: Before broiling, line your baking pan with foil sprayed with cooking spray. This prevents the chicken from sticking to the pan and makes clean-up incredibly easy.
Watch the broiling closely: Keep a close eye on the chicken when it is under the broiler. It should be browned and crispy, but be careful not to let it burn.
Refrigerate: Store your leftover slow cooker drumsticks in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay delicious for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Unfortunately, this recipe for slow cooker drumsticks doesn't hold up well in the freezer once cooked due to the change in texture. However, you can freeze the raw, marinated drumsticks on a baking sheet, and then transfer them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before following the cooking instructions.
Reheating Instructions: To reheat, place the drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and warm them in the oven at 375°F until they're heated through. This will also help to crisp up the skin again. Alternatively, you can reheat them in an air fryer for a quick and easy option.
Thawing Instructions: If you've frozen your marinated, raw drumsticks, let them thaw in the refrigerator before cooking. This will guarantee that they cook evenly and retain their tender, flavorful quality.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 548mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg