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Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks

These Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks are juicy and flavorful! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • BBQ sauce (optional)

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cooking tongs
  • Instant-Read Thermometer
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by patting the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to help the spices adhere better.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken drumsticks, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into the bottom of the Instant Pot.
  5. Place the seasoned chicken drumsticks in the Instant Pot, stacking them as needed.
  6. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and ensure the valve is set to sealing. Select the manual or pressure cook setting and cook for 10 minutes for fresh drumsticks (12-15 minutes for frozen).
  7. Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 5 minutes before switching the valve to venting.
  8. If desired, remove the drumsticks, brush with BBQ sauce, and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes to caramelize.

Notes

  • Allow drumsticks to cool to room temperature before storing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze cooked drumsticks for up to 3 months.