Crock Pot Pork Ribs
Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these Crock Pot Pork Ribs, the ultimate comfort food made effortlessly with your slow cooker. Tender pork baby back ribs are generously coated with a homemade dry rub of smoky paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder, then slow-cooked to perfection for hours in rich barbecue sauce. For an optional hint of smokiness, add a touch of liquid smoke for that authentic BBQ flavor. These fall-off-the-bone ribs are finished with a quick caramelized glaze in the oven, creating the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sticky. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving cozy comfort food, this easy recipe is ideal for any occasion—and it couldn't be simpler to prepare! Serve with extra barbecue sauce and your favorite sides for a finger-licking feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
- 2 cups Barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
Remove the silverskin membrane from the back of the pork ribs by sliding a knife underneath and peeling it away. Use a paper towel for a better grip, if needed.
Cut the racks of ribs into smaller sections (2-3 ribs per section) so they fit into your Crock Pot.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
Generously rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
Optional step: If using liquid smoke, drizzle it over the ribs for a hint of smoky flavor.
Place the ribs into the Crock Pot, stacking them if necessary, but try to avoid overcrowding.
Pour 1 cup of barbecue sauce over the ribs, covering them as evenly as possible.
Cover the Crock Pot and cook the ribs on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until they are tender and almost falling off the bone.
Once the ribs are cooked, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or preheat your broiler.
Carefully transfer the ribs from the Crock Pot to a baking sheet lined with foil. Brush the remaining 1 cup of barbecue sauce evenly over the ribs.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven (or under the broiler) for 5-10 minutes, just until the sauce caramelizes and develops a sticky glaze.
Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 89.6 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 2220 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 96.8 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1492 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
