Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks/Legs

Step 1

Pat chicken drumsticks dry with a paper towel and set aside.

Step 2

In a ziplock bag add the dry rub ingredients and shake to mix.

Step 3

Add 2 chicken legs at a time to the bag and shake to coat and repeat until all drumsticks have been coated in the dry rub.

Step 4

Add 1 cup of water to the liner of the Instant Pot and insert trivet. Arrange chicken standing up, meaty side down, on the trivet.

Step 5

Lock lid and move valve to the sealing position. Pressure Cook/Manual on HIGH pressure for 18 minutes.

Step 6

When the cook time expires, allow for Natural Pressure Release for 5 minutes. Quick release any remaining pressure.

Step 7

Check the chicken using a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature is at least 165°F.

Step 8

Position the top oven rack approximately 4 inches below the broiler and turn on the broiler on HIGH.

Step 9

Prepare a baking sheet with foil and then spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 10

Remove chicken legs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Coat each leg with barbecue sauce.

Step 11

Broil the chicken 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy, watching it closely to prevent burning.

Step 12

Transfer chicken drumsticks to a serving plate and serve warm.