Buttery Chicken Drumsticks

Name: Buttery Chicken Drumsticks (Slow Cooker)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2.5 lbs chicken drumsticks; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1 tbsp buttery steakhouse seasoning; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

These buttery slow-cooker chicken drumsticks combine melted butter, steakhouse seasoning, and chicken broth to deliver tender, flavorful meat that requires only minutes of prep and hours of hands-off cooking.

⚡Slow Cooker

🌍American 🏷️Chicken drumsticks 🏷️Slow cooker chicken 🏷️Buttery chicken 🏷️Easy dinner

🏷️Weeknight meal

🏷️Comfort food

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Total

3h 5m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2.5 lbs chicken drumsticks
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tbsp buttery steakhouse seasoning
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1
Place the chicken drumsticks in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2
Pour the chicken broth and melted butter over the chicken.
3
Season generously with buttery steakhouse seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4
Use tongs to toss the drumsticks to ensure they are evenly coated with the seasonings.
5
Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5-6 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
6
Remove from the slow cooker and serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat drumsticks dry before adding to the slow cooker to help them brown slightly when seared in a hot skillet for 2 minutes per side before slow cooking—this builds flavor, though it is optional.
Use unsalted butter and add salt to taste at the end so you can control sodium levels, especially if your steakhouse seasoning blend is already salty.
Check doneness by piercing the thickest part of a drumstick; juices should run clear and meat should shred easily; overcooking beyond 6 hours on low can make meat mushy.
Reserve the broth and pan drippings to spoon over the drumsticks when serving or to make a quick pan sauce by reducing it on the stovetop.

Substitutions

Chicken broth → chicken stock or water (stock adds deeper flavor; water requires more seasoning)
Butter → olive oil or ghee (olive oil will lighten the buttery flavor; ghee works identically)
Buttery steakhouse seasoning → Italian seasoning blend or Cajun seasoning (adjust paprika and garlic powder to match your preference)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth. Freeze for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator and reheat slowly to prevent drying.

Equipment

slow cooker (5–6 quart minimum)

Common Questions

How long does it take to cook chicken drumsticks in a slow cooker?

Cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the meat is fork-tender and pulls away from the bone.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes. Scale all ingredients proportionally, but ensure drumsticks fit comfortably in your slow cooker without stacking; cooking time may increase slightly.

What can I use instead of buttery steakhouse seasoning?

Mix 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tbsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp salt, or use Montreal steak seasoning as a 1:1 substitute.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, all listed ingredients are naturally gluten-free. Verify your steakhouse seasoning blend has no additives.

How should I store leftovers?

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or in the slow cooker with a splash of broth to prevent drying out.