Slow Cooker Chicken Legs
Tender and flavorful chicken legs cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, seasoned with garlic, herbs, and a touch of paprika. Perfect for an easy and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
8 chicken legs (drumsticks and thighs), skin-on
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and onion powder.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken legs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken legs in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Arrange the seared chicken legs on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth over the chicken legs.
Cover and cook on low for 4 to 4 1/2 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Optional: For crispier skin, place the cooked chicken legs on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
Serve the chicken legs hot with the cooked onions and pan juices spooned over the top.