Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks

Can you have a complete meal that takes less than 10 minutes of prep time and only 5 ingredients? Yes you can! And it will be delicious! This Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes is not only a simple and easy meal, but is also delicious!

slow cooker chicken and potatoes on a plate

Eating chicken that has been cooked with the bones is good for so many reasons. For starters, it adds more protein to your dish. It also keeps your gut healthy, fights inflammation, and boosts your immune system. It's loaded with vitamins and minerals.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes is a healthy meal that's family-friendly, quick to prepare, and doesn't necessitate a lot of clean up. It's an all-in-one-pot meal with veggies, carbs and protein. It might just be the perfect meal!

package of raw chicken

Ingredients You'll Need To Make Chicken And Potatoes In A Slow Cooker:

chicken drumsticks
baby potatoes
carrots
olive oil
herb and garlic seasoning

raw chicken, potatoes, and carrots in a slow cooker

How To Make Chicken And Potatoes In A Slow Cooker...

Toss all ingredients together until well coated
Add to slow cooker
Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6
If desired heat skillet with 2 tablespoon butter

cooked chicken and potatoes in a slow cooker

Pro Tips...

Red potatoes tend to cook faster than white. If you want firmer potatoes choose the white variety.

You can adjust the seasoning amount and type to shake things up. Try a spicier seasoning for more flavor.

Want to make some gravy to serve with your Chicken and Potatoes? You can strain the drippings, mix with cornstarch in small saucepan, and simmer to make a delicious gravy that perfectly compliments your meal.

Fresh herbs added before serving will give your chicken even more flavor.

If you'd like a crispier skin on your chicken, broil or brown the drumsticks in a skillet after cooking.

If you like my Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes, give some of my other chicken recipes a try:

chicken and potatoes on a gray plate

slow cooker chicken and potatoes on a plate

Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 3 hrs

Total Time 3 hrs 10 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 242 kcal

6 chicken drumsticks
16 oz baby potatoes
8 oz carrots peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon herb and garlic seasoning

Toss all ingredients together until well coated
Add to slow cooker
Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6
If desired heat skillet with 2 tablespoon butter

Red potatoes cook faster than white
Adjust seasoning amount and type as desired to taste
Strain dripping and mix with cornstarch in small saucepan and simmer to make gravy
Add fresh herbs before serving if desired for even more flavor
Broil or brown drumstick in skillet after cooking if a crispier skin is desired

Calories: 242 kcal Carbohydrates: 19 g Protein: 15 g Fat: 12 g Saturated Fat: 3 g Cholesterol: 70 mg Sodium: 110 mg Potassium: 639 mg Fiber: 4 g Sugar: 2 g Vitamin A: 6392 IU Vitamin C: 17 mg Calcium: 68 mg Iron: 2 mg

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