Crock Pot Turkey Drumsticks
Tender, flavorful, and incredibly easy to prepare, Crock Pot Turkey Drumsticks are the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food. This slow-cooked dish features juicy turkey drumsticks seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme, then nestled atop a medley of carrots, celery, and onions for extra depth of flavor. Simmered in a rich broth, the drumsticks emerge perfectly cooked and fall-off-the-bone tender after six hours in the slow cooker. Ideal for cozy family dinners or holiday gatherings, this one-pot wonder saves you time in the kitchen without compromising on taste. Garnish with fresh parsley for a beautiful finishing touch and serve alongside your favorite sides for a hearty, satisfying meal. Slow cooker turkey recipes like this are perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Turkey drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken or turkey broth
- 3 medium Carrots (sliced)
- 2 stalks Celery (chopped)
- 1 medium Yellow onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the turkey drumsticks with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the turkey drumsticks all over with olive oil, then evenly coat them with the seasoning mixture.
In the bottom of a 6-quart Crock Pot, layer the sliced carrots, celery, and onion to create a flavorful bed for the turkey.
Place the seasoned turkey drumsticks on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
Pour the chicken or turkey broth around the drumsticks, ensuring not to wash off the seasoning.
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6 hours, or until the turkey is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, carefully remove the drumsticks and vegetables from the Crock Pot and place them on a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.0 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 3567 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 140.3 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2809 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
