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Crock Pot Chicken Legs


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  • Author: melissa
  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Juicy, tender chicken legs cooked slowly in a crock pot, delivering mouthwatering flavors and comfort.


Ingredients

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  • 4 Bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary, optional)


Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken legs and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder in a bowl and rub it all over the chicken legs.
  3. Arrange the seasoned chicken legs snugly in the crock pot.
  4. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Serve and enjoy with your favorite sides.

Notes

Sear the chicken legs in a skillet for extra crispy skin before placing them in the crock pot. Feel free to experiment with spices!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg