Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 5 lbs. chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup chicken broth
• BBQ Sauce (optional – your favorite kind)

INSTRUCTIONS

• Combine seasonings in bowl and season the chicken drumsticks liberally to taste.
• Place trivet inside the Instant Pot.
• Place the chicken drumsticks on top of the trivet.
• Pour chicken broth into the pot (directly over the chicken).
• Seal cooker and set to HIGH pressure for 15 minutes (20 minutes for frozen).
• When it’s done, release the pressure valve and wait for pressure to release, then let the chicken rest another 5 minutes.
• Toss in your favorite BBQ sauce (if using, its optional)
• Set your oven broiler to 550. Place the bbq chicken drumsticks on a parchment lined baking sheet and broil for 2-4 minutes or until browned slightly. SEE NOTE
• If using BBQ sauce, toss once more.

NOTES

• Sauce and broiling are both optional. I like the texture better when broiled, but the drumsticks are fine to eat right out of the instant pot. 
• Let the chicken rest before serving or tossing in the sauce. This will help the juices redistribute.
• Use a trivet in your Instant Pot so that the chicken doesn’t burn.