5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks with Potatoes and Carrots
There is something deeply comforting about walking through your front door on a cool September evening and being greeted by the warm, savory aroma of a slow-cooked meal that has been quietly working all day while you were busy with life. This recipe came to me from a farmer’s wife who swore by its simplicity, and after one bite, I completely understood why. Just five humble ingredients, a slow cooker, and a few hours of patience are all it takes to create a dinner that feels like it took all afternoon to prepare.
Tender chicken drumsticks nestled among chunky potatoes, sweet carrots, and soft onion, all bathed in their own rich, savory juices — this is honest, wholesome food at its very best. The chicken practically falls right off the bone, and the vegetables soak up every drop of flavor from the meat. It is the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table without a single complaint.
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 chicken drumsticks, skin on
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunky cubes
- 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds or chunks
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) dry onion soup mix or your favorite seasoning blend
Optional but Recommended
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A light drizzle of olive oil for browning the chicken beforehand
- Half a cup of chicken broth if you prefer a slightly saucier result
Method
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