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Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs are perfectly tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs made with a simple homemade spice rub and slow cooked for hours. Finished with a brush of your favorite barbecue sauce and optionally caramelized under the broiler or on the grill, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort, ideal for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Spice Rub

  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3 teaspoons seasoning salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Main Ingredients

  • 3-4 pounds pork ribs (membrane removed)
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the spice rub: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chili powder, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper to create a flavorful dry rub mixture.
  2. Season the ribs: Cut the ribs into sections if needed to fit easier into the slow cooker. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, coating them thoroughly.
  3. Arrange ribs in the slow cooker: Lightly grease a 4-quart slow cooker to prevent sticking. Line the ribs upright around the edges so the meaty part presses against the sides.
  4. Slow cook the ribs: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the ribs are tender and falling off the bone.
  5. Apply barbecue sauce and finish: Remove the ribs from the slow cooker and brush them generously with barbecue sauce. For extra flavor and a sticky caramelized finish, grill for 5 to 6 minutes or broil for 2 to 3 minutes. This step is optional but recommended. Serve hot.

Notes

  • This recipe uses a simple homemade spice rub that enhances the ribs’ flavor without overpowering.
  • Slow cooking makes the ribs exceptionally tender and juicy.
  • Removing the membrane from the ribs ensures they are more tender and better absorb the seasonings.
  • The final grilling or broiling step adds a delicious caramelized texture to the sauce—highly recommended but optional.
  • Feel free to use your favorite barbecue sauce for customized flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 476 kcal
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 545 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 44 g
  • Cholesterol: 167 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/easy-slow-cooker-bbq-ribs-recipe/