3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Memorial Weekend Chicken Drumettes

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This 3-ingredient slow cooker memorial weekend chicken is the kind of no-fuss recipe I lean on when the house is full, the grill is already spoken for, and I still want something that makes folks close their eyes on the first bite. It starts just the way the headline promises: you put raw chicken drumettes in the pot, sprinkle on a bright, flavorful seasoning mix, pour over a simple sauce, and let the slow cooker do the rest.

It reminds me of those long Midwestern holiday weekends when everyone drifted in and out of the kitchen, and there was always a crockpot humming quietly on the counter, keeping something savory ready for anyone who wandered by with an empty plate.

Serve these tender drumettes straight from the slow cooker or pile them high on a big platter. They’re wonderful with classic picnic sides like potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, or buttered corn on the cob. A simple green salad or sliced garden tomatoes with a little salt and pepper help balance the richness. Put out some soft dinner rolls or crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce, and if you like a little contrast, a crunchy dill pickle spear on the side never hurt a Midwestern chicken dinner.

3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Memorial Weekend Chicken Drumettes

Low-Point WW-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds raw chicken drumettes, skin removed
  • 1 cup G Hughes Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix (dry)

Instructions

  1. Place the skinless chicken drumettes in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  3. Pour the sugar-free BBQ sauce over the top and toss to coat.
  4. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  5. For extra flavor, transfer the cooked drumettes to a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes until lightly caramelized.

WW Points

Approximately 3–4 Points per serving, depending on the specific BBQ sauce and ranch seasoning used.

💡 Tip: Removing the chicken skin and using sugar-free BBQ sauce makes this Memorial Weekend favorite much lighter without sacrificing the BBQ flavor.

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