Slow Cooker Bbq Ribs
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with these Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs — tender, juicy, and brimming with smoky-sweet flavor! In this irresistible recipe, pork baby back ribs are coated in a rich dry rub made from smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of brown sugar. Slow-cooked to perfection for hours, the ribs absorb a tangy blend of BBQ sauce and apple cider vinegar, resulting in fall-off-the-bone texture and mouthwatering taste. A quick broil at the end caramelizes the sauce, adding a beautiful glaze and sticky goodness. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the ease of using a slow cooker, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve these crowd-pleasing ribs hot with comforting sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread for a meal that feels like pure Southern charm. Perfect for BBQ enthusiasts craving effortless, smoky flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork baby back ribs
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1.5 cups BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs (optional but recommended for tenderness). Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar to create the dry rub.
Evenly coat the ribs on both sides with the dry rub, massaging the spices into the meat. Let the ribs sit for 5-10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Cut the ribs into 2-3 rib sections to fit them into the slow cooker more easily.
Pour 1/4 cup of the BBQ sauce and the apple cider vinegar into the bottom of the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Arrange the rib sections in the slow cooker, standing them on their edges to create a circle if possible, to ensure even cooking.
Top the ribs with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce, spreading it evenly over the meat.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours, until the ribs are tender and nearly falling off the bone.
Once the ribs are done, carefully remove them from the slow cooker using tongs and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil.
Brush the ribs generously with the remaining BBQ sauce and broil them in the oven on high for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the sauce, watching closely to avoid burning.
Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 326.7 g | 419% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.8 g | 599% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1279 mg | 426% | |
| Sodium | 6938 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.9 g | ||
| Protein | 297.3 g | 595% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 563 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4591 mg | 98% | |
*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.
