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Turkey Drumsticks In The Crock Pot Recipe

Score incredibly juicy and flavorful turkey drumsticks with this easy slow cooker recipe! Perfect for budget-friendly meals, this recipe uses 4-6 fresh turkey legs (adjust to your needs) to create a mountain of shredded turkey, perfect for tacos, salads, casseroles, and more! The slow cooking process ensures fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Get ready to enjoy delicious, versatile shredded turkey all week long!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 545 mins
Calories 1201.9 kcal
Protein 320g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Turkey Drumsticks In The Crock Pot

  • 4-6 turkey drumsticks (about 3-4 pounds total)
  • Dry Onion Soup Mix
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for gravy, optional)

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How to Make Turkey Drumsticks In The Crock Pot

  1. Place 4-6 turkey drumsticks in your crockpot.
  2. Sprinkle generously with 1-2 packets of onion soup mix (adjust to taste).
  3. Add 1/4 cup (60ml) of water to the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Cook on low for 9-10 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours, until the turkey is easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Remove turkey drumsticks from the crockpot and let cool slightly. Shred the meat from the bones, discarding the bones and skin.
  6. (Optional) To make gravy: Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid. Whisk together 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour or cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the crockpot liquid, stirring constantly, and simmer until thickened.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

84g

Carbs

1g

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