Here’s a simple and delicious Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs recipe that guarantees tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs with minimal effort!
Ingredients:
- 2 racks (about 4-5 lbs) baby back ribs or spare ribs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional for a kick)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (for extra tenderness)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup cola or apple juice (for moisture)
Instructions:
1. Prep the Ribs:
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better tenderness.
- Pat dry with paper towels.
2. Season the Ribs:
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Rub the seasoning all over the ribs, coating them well.
3. Arrange in Slow Cooker:
- Pour cola or apple juice into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cut the ribs into halves or thirds if needed and place them in the slow cooker, standing them up or layering them.
4. Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until ribs are tender.
5. Add BBQ Sauce:
- Mix BBQ sauce with apple cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce.
- Brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce onto the ribs.
6. Broil for a Crispy Finish (Optional):
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set your broiler to high.
- Transfer ribs to a baking sheet, brush with more BBQ sauce, and broil for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
7. Serve & Enjoy!
- Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce, coleslaw, cornbread, or your favorite sides!
