Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
A quick and flavorful dish of chicken drumsticks cooked in an Instant Pot, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- BBQ sauce (optional – your favorite kind)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
- Season the chicken drumsticks liberally with the spice mixture.
- Place the metal trivet inside the Instant Pot.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken drumsticks on top of the trivet.
- Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over the chicken drumsticks.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and ensure the steam valve is set to sealing. Set to HIGH pressure and cook for 15 minutes (fresh) or 20 minutes (frozen).
- Release the pressure carefully by turning the valve to venting. Allow to rest for 5 minutes after pressure release.
- Optional: Toss drumsticks in BBQ sauce and broil on a baking sheet for 2-4 minutes for crispy skin.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Instant Pot, BBQ, Chicken, Drumsticks, Quick Meal, Weeknight Dinner
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