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Spicy Crock Pot Drumsticks


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  • Author: Tina at Putzing Around the Kitchen
  • Total Time: 370 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Fall-off-the-bone tender chicken drumsticks with a sweet and spicy sauce. Perfect for a crowd!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2-3 lbs (907-1361 g) chicken drumsticks (or wings)
  • 1/3 cup sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2-3 tsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Sesame

Instructions

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, Sriracha, ground ginger, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.
  2. Place drumsticks in a slow cooker.
  3. Pour sauce over the drumsticks and toss to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours (or high heat for 3-4 hours). Turn drumsticks in the sauce every few hours to ensure even cooking.
  5. Whisk together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl.
  6. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker and stir gently.
  7. Cover and cook on high heat for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, brown the drumsticks in a pan before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • If you prefer a less spicy dish, reduce the amount of Sriracha or omit it altogether.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 100