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Crispy and tender chicken drumsticks made in instant pot on plate

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks

Samantha Erb
These easy instant pot chicken drumsticks are cooked to tender perfection and tossed in BBQ sauce for just the right burst of flavor!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Instant Pot
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ½ pounds chicken drumsticks about 6
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup BBQ Sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine salt, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper, mixing well. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season the drumsticks liberally with the seasoning.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the inner pot, then place the trivet inside. Place the drumsticks on top of the trivet.
  • Secure and seal the instant pot lid, and cook on MANUAL HIGH pressure for 15 minutes. Perform a quick release of the pressure at the end of the cook time, but allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before removing it from the pot.
  • Place the drumsticks in a large bowl and toss them in your favorite BBQ sauce.
  • OPTIONAL: Set your oven broiler to high. Place the saucy drumsticks on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 2 to 4 minutes or until browned slightly, brushing on more sauce after removing them from the oven, if desired.

Notes

HOW TO COOK FROZEN CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS IN THE INSTANT POT:

  1. Follow all instructions as written, but pressure cook the drums for 20 minutes instead.

HOW TO REHEAT CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS IN AIR FRYER:

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
  2. Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 46gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 241mgSodium: 934mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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