Slow Cooker Lemon Feta Chicken Drumsticks
This Slow Cooker Lemon Feta Chicken Drumsticks recipe is SO EASY! Tender chicken infused with zesty lemon and creamy feta makes a delicious, hands-off dinner.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 8 skinless chicken drumsticks about 30 oz total
- Kosher salt to taste
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 lemon juice of 1
- 1/3 cup feta cheese fresh grated
Instructions
- Rinse the skinless chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels to help the seasoning stick better.
- In a mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Toss the chicken drumsticks in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
- Squeeze the juice of one fresh lemon over the seasoned chicken, coating all the drumsticks for fresh and zesty flavor.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken drumsticks in the slow cooker in a single layer for even cooking.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours (recommended for tenderness) or on high for 3-4 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the freshly grated feta cheese over the chicken to melt slightly and infuse flavor.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the chicken drumsticks, place on a serving platter, drizzle with remaining juices, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled for brighter, fresher flavor.
- Try adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for a different aromatic twist.
- Add red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix for a spicy kick.
- Perfect for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze cooked drumsticks for up to 3 months, ensuring they are well-sealed to prevent freezer burn.