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Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Pork Ribs
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Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Pork Ribs
These Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Pork Ribs are incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with rich barbecue flavor. Using only a rack of pork ribs, your favorite barbecue sauce, and a simple seasoning blend, this effortless recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone ribs with almost no prep. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, game days, or backyard gatherings.
Recipe Details
- Author: deesviral
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7–8 hours (Low) or 4–5 hours (High)
- Total Time: About 8 hours
- Yield: 4–6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 rack pork baby back ribs (about 3 pounds)
- 1½ cups barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons dry BBQ seasoning or pork rub
Instructions
- Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs if it is still attached.
- Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides generously with the dry BBQ seasoning.
- Fold the rack into a semicircle and place it inside the slow cooker.
- Pour the barbecue sauce evenly over the ribs, coating all sides.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until the meat is very tender.
- Carefully transfer the ribs to a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with additional barbecue sauce if desired.
- Broil for 3–5 minutes until the sauce becomes caramelized and slightly sticky.
- Slice between the bones and serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions
- Creamy coleslaw
- Baked beans
- Corn on the cob
- Macaroni and cheese
- Roasted potatoes
- Garlic bread
Recipe Tips
- Use your favorite smoky or honey barbecue sauce for extra flavor.
- Broiling at the end creates a delicious caramelized finish.
- Do not overcook on HIGH if using lean baby back ribs.
- Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Add a teaspoon of liquid smoke for a stronger barbecue flavor if desired.
Storage
Store leftover ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the oven covered with foil or microwave until heated through. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 540
- Protein: 34g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 14g




