Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Chicken Legs

If you’re looking for an easy dinner that feels a little different from the usual chicken recipe, these slow cooker maple Dijon chicken legs are a great option. The combination of maple syrup and Dijon mustard creates a sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor, while the slow cooker does most of the work for you.

I love recipes like this because they’re simple enough for a busy weeknight but still feel like something special when you sit down to eat. The chicken turns out tender and juicy, and the sauce thickens into a rich glaze that’s delicious spooned over the chicken. Serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables for an easy meal the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 8 chicken legs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp minced garlic

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How to Make Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Chicken Legs

1. Add chicken legs to the slow cooker. Sprinkle salt, pepper and onion powder over the chicken legs.

2. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, and garlic. Pour the sauce over the chicken.

3. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.

4. You can broil the chicken legs to add a little color. Spoon sauce over the chicken before serving.

Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Chicken Legs

These Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Chicken Legs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a sweet and tangy maple Dijon sauce. Made with simple ingredients and minimal prep, this easy slow cooker dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting family meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

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• 8 chicken legs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp minced garlic

Instructions

 

• Add chicken legs to the slow cooker.
• Sprinkle salt, pepper and onion powder over the chicken legs.
• In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, and garlic.
• Pour the sauce over the chicken.
• Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
• You can broil the chicken legs to add a little color.
• Spoon sauce over the chicken before serving.

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