Crockpot Chicken Legs Herbs Spices (Printable Version)

Tender chicken legs with herbs and spices, slow-cooked to perfection

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken legs (drumsticks), skin on or off as preferred

→ Seasoning & Flavorings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

→ Aromatics

10 - 1 large onion, sliced
11 - 4 garlic cloves, minced

→ Liquid

12 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Optional Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for better seasoning adherence.
02 - In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano until well blended.
03 - Rub the chicken legs with olive oil, then coat evenly with the seasoning mixture, ensuring full coverage on all sides.
04 - Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot to create a flavorful bed for the chicken.
05 - Arrange the seasoned chicken legs on top of the onions in a single layer for even cooking.
06 - Pour the chicken broth around the chicken legs, avoiding direct pouring over the meat to preserve the seasoning.
07 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
08 - For crispy skin, transfer the cooked chicken legs to a baking sheet and broil under high heat for 2 to 4 minutes until golden and crisp.
09 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh, colorful finish.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Almost zero active prep time but tastes like you spent hours over the stove
  • The meat falls off the bone while still staying incredibly juicy and flavorful
02 -
  • Skip pouring the broth directly over the chicken or you will wash off all that beautiful seasoning
  • The internal temperature must reach 165°F for safe eating no matter how tempting they smell earlier
03 -
  • Let the rubbed chicken sit for 15 minutes before cooking for even deeper flavor penetration
  • Line your slow cooker with a parchment paper sling for easy cleanup

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