Low Slow Oven Baked Ribs Super Simple
Get ready to savor fall-off-the-bone perfection with these Low Slow Oven Baked Ribs, a super simple yet flavor-packed recipe that’s as easy as it is irresistible. This foolproof method combines pork baby back or spare ribs with a smoky-sweet dry rub made from brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic, and chili powder, all sealed in foil and baked low and slow at 275°F for unbeatable tenderness. A quick broil with your favorite barbecue sauce creates a sticky, caramelized glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple pantry ingredients, these oven-baked ribs deliver big flavors and are perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Serve them with classic sides like coleslaw or cornbread for a crowd-pleasing, finger-licking feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Pork baby back ribs (or pork spare ribs)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce (your favorite kind)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
If your ribs have a membrane on the back, remove it by sliding a knife under the corner and pulling it off with a paper towel for grip.
Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Brush both sides of the ribs lightly with olive oil to act as a binding agent for the rub.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dry rub.
Generously sprinkle the dry rub over both sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat to ensure it sticks.
Cover the ribs tightly with another sheet of aluminum foil, sealing the edges to create a packet. This will keep the ribs moist while cooking.
Place the ribs in the preheated oven and bake for 3.5 to 4 hours, or until they are tender and the meat pulls away from the bones easily.
Carefully remove the ribs from the oven and discard the top layer of foil.
Brush the ribs generously with barbecue sauce on both sides.
Turn the oven to broil and place the ribs back in the oven, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the barbecue sauce. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove the ribs from the oven, let them rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.3 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.0 g | 135% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 1711 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 62.8 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 833 mg | 18% | |
*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.
