Crock Pot Ribs

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Tender, flavorful Crock Pot Ribs that melt in your mouth? Yes please! My easy method for slow cooker ribs will definitely have you reaching for seconds.

Prep Time10

Cook Time7

Total Time7 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crock pot ribs

Servings: servings

Calories: 443kcal

Author: Kasey Schwartz

Equipment

1 crock pot
1 Baking sheet

Ingredients

Dry Rub

2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Ribs

Nonstick cooking spray
3-4 pounds baby back pork ribs
3 cups barbecue sauce, divided

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl, mix together the dry rub ingredients and set aside. Coat the inside of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
2 Tablespoons brown sugar, 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, Nonstick cooking spray
Remove the membrane from the ribs (if not done already) and pat dry with a paper towel. Coat the outsides with the dry rub mixture.
3-4 pounds baby back pork ribs
Add the ribs to the inside of the slow cooker; it may be necessary to cut into a couple of pieces so that they will fit. Pour all but ½ cup of the barbecue sauce over the ribs. Cover with the lid and cook until the meat is tender, 6 to 7 hours on low, or 3 to 4 hours on high.
3 cups barbecue sauce, divided
When the ribs are almost done, preheat the oven to 425℉. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
When the ribs are done cooking in the slow cooker, remove and place on the foil lined baking sheet. Using a pastry brush, coat with the remaining ½ cup of barbeque sauce.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the outside starts to caramelize. Remove from the oven and serve.

Notes

Storage:

Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped tightly with foil in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze crockpot ribs for up to 2 months. To do so, wrap them in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. Then, transfer them to the freezer. Thaw in the fridge overnight when you're ready to serve.
Reheat your ribs in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.

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