Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs

Ultimate Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs

Ingredients:

2 racks of pork ribs (about 4–5 pounds)

1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp garlic powder

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional: 1/2 tsp chili powder (for a kick)

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Instructions:

1. Prep the Ribs:

Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs for maximum tenderness.

Pat dry with paper towels.

2. Make the Dry Rub:

In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional chili powder.

Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.

3. Arrange in Slow Cooker:

Cut ribs into halves or thirds to fit.

Place them standing upright or stacked in the slow cooker.

4. Cook Low and Slow:

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until ribs are tender.

5. Finish with BBQ Sauce:

Carefully remove ribs (they’ll be very tender!) and place on a baking sheet.

Brush with BBQ sauce, then broil in the oven for 4–5 minutes until caramelized, or toss them on a hot grill for 3–4 minutes per side.

Serve with: coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans for a full BBQ feast!