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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs

December 12, 2016 by Missy Rakes 106 Comments

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These quick and easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs make a great meal in a hurry and they are full of delicious flavor! Your family will love these any night of the week.

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Legs

  It’s a sad fact that the more frugal and flavorful cuts of chicken, such as legs and thighs are often overlooked by the ever popular breast. I’m here to say, however that you should be giving these cuts a try! Not only do they save you money, but they’re also full of flavor. Plus, you can use the bones to make your own rich and nutrient dense chicken broth, saving you even more money.

  If you’re one to reach for chicken breasts time after time, then I would encourage you to give legs (or thighs or wings) a chance! I think you will be pleasantly surprised. Plus, you can stock up when they are on sale for really cheap (such as .49/lb) and freeze them for later. It’s really a win/win.

I know you’re going to love this simple and frugal recipe for Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs. If you don’t have legs on hand you can definitely substitute any cut of chicken that you might have. For the most flavor, I normally pull the meat from the bone before serving and pour several tablespoons of the flavorful juices on top.

How to Make Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs:

Place chicken legs in slow cooker.

Mix all other ingredients in small bowl.

Pour mixture over chicken legs.

Cook on high 4 hours/low 6-8 hours or until chicken is cooked through.

Want to Make these in the Instant Pot?

If you want to make these chicken legs in the Instant Pot, simply add all of the ingredients, plus 1 cup of chicken broth to the pot and set on manual high for 12 minutes. When done cooking, do a quick pressure release and remove lid. Serve warm.

Need More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes?

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Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches
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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs

Try this quick and easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Leg recipe for a frugal and flavorful dinner!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time8 hrs
Total Time8 hrs 10 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Crockpot
Servings: 6
Calories: 343kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 6 large chicken legs
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Instructions

  • Place chicken legs in slow cooker.
  • Mix all other ingredients in small bowl.
  • Pour mixture over chicken legs.
  • Cook on high 4 hours/low 6-8 hours or until chicken is cooked through.

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Notes

Do not worry about adding more liquid to this recipe. The chicken will release juices as it cooks. If you are worried about your chicken burning, feel free to add a cup of chicken broth while cooking, but this is not required.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 612mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Rochelle says

    September 2, 2018 at 9:54 am

    Making this today - I bought a large package of chicken drumsticks and thighs and want to cook them all today so we can heat them up during the week for easy and quick meals. I basically tripled the recipe (I have a large crock-pot). I found that I was out of onion powder - so I finely diced up yellow onion to use instead, and I didn't have enough fresh garlic so I used what I have. That's a lot of soy sauce, I used low sodium and added less than called for (I'm concerned about sodium intake) Hopefully turns out great!
    Reply
  2. Sherrie Stallings says

    November 12, 2018 at 12:26 pm

    Hey y'all from Alabama! I made this for my crew and boy let me tell you what.....I'm glad we didn't have any guests and I made a whole big value size legs, thighs and wings because between me, my husband, my father in law and my momma they were GONE! I MEAN GONE! SIDE NOTE: I like a little heat, so I used a little red pepper in my second crock pot so we had some with a kick. Love this and definitely making it again!
    Reply
  3. Billy says

    November 18, 2018 at 2:58 pm

    Will frozen breasts do okay with the same ammount of time?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      November 18, 2018 at 10:17 pm

      Technically, you aren't supposed to use frozen meat in your slow cooker, but if they were thawed, then yes they would work as well.
      Reply
  4. Jacqueline says

    November 18, 2018 at 11:39 pm

    The chicken legs were so juicy and full of flavour. I recommend if you're making these that half way through the cook time to flip the legs over if possible so both sides get the sauce on them. I didnt and they were still delicious but would definitely do that step next time!
    Reply
  5. shelley says

    November 28, 2018 at 11:55 am

    Do I need to take the skin off before cooking? Will it be kinda crunchy when cooked?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      November 29, 2018 at 1:29 pm

      That's a personal preference. It will be a little crunchy, but not much.
      Reply
  6. Pbt says

    December 2, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    I halved the recipe, opted not to use garlic powder, and used onions instead of onion powder. This turned out wonderful! We had it with rice. My husband also loved it!
    Reply
  7. Tweety says

    December 19, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    Do you add any water or chicken broth in the Crock-Pot or just the mixture alone?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      December 21, 2018 at 4:48 pm

      No water needed.
      Reply
  8. Julie says

    January 15, 2019 at 7:24 am

    Can you use Bragg Liquid Aminos in place of soy sauce?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      January 15, 2019 at 4:40 pm

      I'm sure that would be fine.
      Reply
      • Cindy Le says

        July 27, 2019 at 5:46 pm

        What can u use if you don’t have honey?
        Reply
        • Missy Rakes says

          July 29, 2019 at 7:31 am

          I would substitute brown sugar.
          Reply
  9. Ed Kerrigan says

    January 31, 2019 at 5:33 pm

    I tried this recipe and ended up with a dried out burnt mess!
    Reply
    • Natalie says

      February 24, 2019 at 6:31 pm

      Is it possible with your crock pot or make sure the cover is on properly . This happened to me before and every recipe got burned . Ì exchanged my crock pot at wal mart ( still had receipt ) and all was fine after that .
      Reply
    • Mary says

      August 8, 2020 at 4:20 am

      She said if you felt like it would possibly burn to add chicken broth to your slowcooker. It does make since being there is a difference in size between a crockpot and a Slowcooker.
      Reply
  10. Natalia says

    February 24, 2019 at 6:36 pm

    This is the BEST honey garlic recipe Ì ever had ! Yum! The meat fell off the bone . It's gluten free . Dairy free , low acid and delicious! I like how its a few simple ingredients . I put some oil in the crock pot and marinated the chicken with the sauce a bit before throwing it all in . Thank you so much . This one is a keeper ?
    Reply
    • C says

      June 27, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      making this for dinner today and hoping my 1 yr old eats it! She has reflux which causes her to vomit excessively....and I just read garlic can be a big irritant after getting the slow cooker going. In your personal experience, does garlic seem to cause acidic/reflux issues? Hoping she can tolerate it okay...
      Reply
      • Wendelah says

        April 26, 2020 at 9:25 am

        Yes. Garlic and onions can both cause reflux and would not be suitable for someone with that condition. Please ask your pediatrician for a referral to a dietitian for help with your child's diet.
        Reply
  11. SAMANTHA EISNER says

    March 13, 2019 at 1:23 pm

    Turned out AMAZING & thank you!!! I added small cut potatoes and small cut carrots as out of the house all day & wanted a ready meal. Came out GREAT!!!!
    Reply
  12. Kay says

    April 2, 2019 at 6:21 pm

    What shape crock pot is this cooking in? I have the oval one and I am worried it will burn. If there is liquid towards the end of cooking will it be enough to add carrots? Thanks
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      April 4, 2019 at 9:41 am

      Mine is also oval and I've have had no problems with it burning since the chicken releases so much juice, but if you're worried you could always add chicken broth.
      Reply
      • kay says

        April 4, 2019 at 1:41 pm

        Thank you for your reply so quickly. I have the legs in the crock pot now. I am at the 1 hour mark or so on high and they are looking ok. I plan to cut up some baby carrots in a few hours and add them. I will add a bit of chicken broth if needed.
        Reply
  13. jody says

    May 2, 2019 at 3:09 am

    I don't understand where the liquid comes from? Ive mixed the ingredients but it barely covers the chicken.. what is the liquid in your picture?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      May 3, 2019 at 8:07 am

      All the liquid that you see in the picture came from the chicken legs while cooking. If you are concerned, you can always add water or broth.
      Reply
      • TINA says

        December 5, 2019 at 9:59 am

        So you don't add water are broth in the crockpot
        Reply
        • Missy Rakes says

          December 6, 2019 at 10:57 am

          No, the legs have enough juice in them and will come out during cooking.
          Reply
  14. Montana says

    July 3, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    **hello if I’m using 12 pieces of chicken legs can I double the ingredients? ***
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      July 4, 2019 at 9:42 am

      Yes
      Reply
  15. Nancy says

    September 13, 2019 at 6:42 am

    Made this yesterday. It was wonderful. The chicken fell off the bone and I loved the flavor! The level of fluid did increase as it cooked.
    Reply
  16. Linda says

    September 25, 2019 at 11:19 am

    What are the green specs on the chicken legs - not mentioned in recipe? Parsley?
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      September 27, 2019 at 10:31 am

      Just a dried herb for the photo, it's not necessary for the recipe.
      Reply
  17. Sara says

    October 9, 2019 at 11:30 am

    How many calories in this recipe?
    Reply
  18. Dawn Solano says

    October 27, 2019 at 9:29 am

    What if you don't have soy sauce?
    Reply
    • Donna buccieri says

      December 16, 2020 at 2:13 pm

      Can you omit the soy sauce and do you cook the legs a little before putting in the crockppt
      Reply
  19. Amy McDowell says

    December 27, 2019 at 4:20 pm

    I have made these several times and my kids even like them which it’s hard to please the whole family. They are easy and sweet!!

    5 stars

    Reply
  20. Hannah says

    April 3, 2020 at 8:01 pm

    still thinking about this the next night. have to make it again soon. this is the best chicken ive ever had.
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

    Reply
  21. Reba says

    April 19, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    You can use frozen legs, cook on low for 3 hours ,then on high for 6. Making sure your internal temperature is 180°
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  22. Tiffany says

    May 25, 2020 at 7:05 pm

    I used 5 quarter legs in my crockpot on low for 6 hours and it was overcooked. Will try again for less time although the juice was delicious.
    ★★★★☆

    4 stars

    Reply
  23. Larissa says

    June 20, 2020 at 3:24 pm

    This is a great and easy recipe. We use this for chicken breasts in the slow cooker. The meat comes out so soft and delicious. This is a keeper. One question though, what do you usually serve with this? As a side dish, I mean.
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      June 20, 2020 at 4:03 pm

      You could serve it over rice or with steamed veggies and a roll.
      Reply
  24. Mary says

    August 8, 2020 at 12:02 am

    I'm making this tonight but don't have enough honey is there anything I can use as a substitute I can add to what honey I do have without changing the taste?

    5 stars

    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      August 8, 2020 at 11:08 am

      You could possibly try brown sugar.
      Reply
  25. Pauline says

    August 17, 2020 at 6:10 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!! I made this tonight using 12 drumsticks and it was delicious and so simple to "throw" together!! The house smelled so good when I got home tonight, I couldn't wait to have dinner!! My family all enjoyed it! I also made broccoli, carrots, mushrooms and zucchini (roasted in oven) and it was a very good meal! Looking forward to trying your other recipes! Thank you again!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      August 20, 2020 at 9:36 am

      I'm so glad that you and your family enjoyed the recipe Pauline!
      Reply
  26. Carrie in Oklahoma says

    September 26, 2020 at 2:09 pm

    I made this for my family and it was a big hit! My family has a lot of food allergies and this was great. I appreciate seeing a recipe that is dairy free and with the substitutions of coconut aminos is gluten free as well. Thank you for sharing.

    5 stars

    Reply
  27. Krystal says

    October 12, 2020 at 3:58 pm

    Family loved this, Doubling the recipe for tonight. It’s on!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  28. John Gregory says

    November 20, 2020 at 5:39 am

    Trying Chicken legs recipe tonight
    Reply
  29. William says

    December 25, 2020 at 1:41 am

    My chicken turned out sheet white. I exchanged brown sugar for honey. What happened? It looks horrible.
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      December 26, 2020 at 10:37 am

      Was the skin on?
      Reply
  30. Theresa c Dawson says

    January 6, 2021 at 10:38 am

    What kinda sides go good with this
    Reply
    • Missy Rakes says

      January 7, 2021 at 7:02 pm

      Rice, green beans, peas, steamed carrots.
      Reply
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