Crock Pot Chili Lime Chicken Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
315 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Crock Pot Chili Lime Chicken Drumsticks
Description
This recipe marinates chicken drumsticks in a mixture of fresh lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, honey, and olive oil, creating a balance of acidity, spice, and sweetness. Cooking in a crock pot on low or high heat for several hours produces tender meat infused with the marinade’s flavors. After slow cooking, broiling briefly crisps the skin for a pleasant finish.
The resulting dish offers a moist, juicy texture with a tangy and mildly spicy flavor profile. The honey adds subtle sweetness that balances the chili and lime. The chicken can be served as a main dish alongside sides such as rice, salads, or steamed vegetables.
Leftover drumsticks should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consumed within five days, ensuring food safety and quality.
Ingredients
- 12 chicken drumstick
- 2 lime juiced
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together all the ingredients (except the drumsticks) to make a sauce.
- Place the chicken drumsticks in the crock pot.
- Pour the sauce over the drumsticks.
- Cook on low 4-6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- When finished place the chicken on a cookie sheet lined with foil.
- Broil for 1-5 minutes until it begins to brown.
- Then the drumsticks are ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 139mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 394mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 476IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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