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Slow Cooker Chicken Legs

Slow Cooker Chicken Legs

Slow Cooker Chicken Legs team succulent chicken with an easy, hands-off cooking method for a comfort food favorites.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 legs
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken legs Using bone-in legs ensures moist and juicy meat.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps spices adhere to the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adds subtle heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Sweet or smoked paprika can alter flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Provides rich aromatic taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Adds depth of flavor.
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth Keeps the dish flavorful while controlling saltiness.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
  2. Rub the chicken legs with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Optional: Sear the chicken legs in a hot skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken legs in your slow cooker and pour in low-sodium chicken broth until halfway up the sides.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
  6. Serve hot with cooking juices drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 330kcalProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness.

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