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Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs served on plate with corn on the cob and bbq beans
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Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs

Would you believe it if I told you slow cooker baby back ribs are even better than using the grill? Try it for yourself! With the slow cooker, you can prep BBQ ribs with no fuss and low mess - and they are perfectly tender every time!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 365kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Foil-lined baking sheet

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Cut ribs as needed to fit into slow cooker, and remove membrane if present
  • Sprinkle both sides of ribs with homemade Memphis rub seasoning
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours
  • Place cooked ribs on foil-lined baking sheet and brush with BBQ sauce
  • Broil in oven for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned

Notes

  • Store leftover ribs in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or under the oven broiler for a few minutes.
  • Ribs will turn out the most tender when cooked slowly and on lower heat. I recommend cooking on low for 8 hours vs. on a high setting.
  • Cook the ribs to 190 - 200℉ for the most tender results, then add them to the oven to brown for a few minutes right before serving.
  • While it’s not easy to overcook slow cooker ribs (compared to other methods), it’s still important to keep an eye on them so they don’t turn tough and chewy.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg