Slow Cooker Lemon Feta Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
195 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Slow Cooker Lemon Feta Drumsticks
Description
This recipe features skinless chicken drumsticks seasoned and cooked in a slow cooker on high for about four hours, ensuring the meat is thoroughly cooked and tender. The use of lemon juice and oregano imparts a bright, Mediterranean profile. After cooking, the chicken is sprinkled with grated feta and covered to allow the cheese to melt slightly, adding a creamy, tangy finishing touch.
The slow cooking method provides hands-off preparation, while the cheese and herbs enhance the flavor complexity without overpowering the chicken. The recipe advises checking for doneness near the bone to ensure safety and optimal texture.
One note mentions weighing the cooked meat from smaller drumsticks to adjust nutritional calculations accordingly, which can be useful for precise portioning.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumstick about 30 oz total, skinless
- salt kosher salt and fresh ground
- black pepper kosher salt and fresh ground
- garlic powder 2 tsp
- oregano dried, 1 tbsp
- lemon juice of 1
- feta cheese fresh grated, 1/3 cup
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and lemon juice.
- Place in the slow cooker and cook on HIGH 4 hours, or until chicken is no longer pink in the center near the bone.
- When chicken is cooked through, sprinkle with grated feta and cover until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked fully by checking near the bone for lack of pink color before serving.
- The cheese melts better when sprinkled on hot chicken and covered briefly in the slow cooker.
- Adjust portions and nutritional calculations based on the size of drumsticks you use, weighing cooked meat if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2drumsticks | |
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 106.5mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 250mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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