Description

Tender Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will have everyone coming back for more. Coated in a sweet and spicy barbecue sauce, these ribs are perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. With minimal prep time required, you can set your slow cooker and enjoy the tantalizing aroma wafting through your kitchen while they cook to perfection.

Ingredients

Scale

2 racks baby back ribs (about 4 pounds)
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

Remove the membrane from the back of each rib rack for tenderness.
In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture generously over the ribs.
Place the seasoned ribs upright in the slow cooker and pour barbecue sauce on top until coated.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours until tender.
Optional: Brush extra barbecue sauce on during the last 30 minutes for an irresistible glaze.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 rib portion (170g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added flavor, let the ribs marinate overnight after seasoning. Experiment with different sauces or spices to tailor the recipe to your taste.