Best 6 Slow Cooker Barbecued Ribs Recipes

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Slow cooker barbecued ribs are a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This delicious dish can be made with a variety of different ingredients, but the key to success is to use a good quality barbecue sauce and to cook the ribs until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. With just a few simple steps, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have your family and friends begging for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUED RIBS



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Come sunshine or rain, there will never be a time that's not perfect for slow-cooked barbecue ribs-especially when the slow cooker does all the cooking. This mouthwatering crowd-pleaser is cut out for weekends and game days but also works as a comforting mid-week main. Simply do the prep ahead, add it in the cooker, and step back while deliciousness happens.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 pounds pork loin back ribs
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons liquid smoke
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup cola
1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Spray inside of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Remove inner skin from ribs; cut into 4-inch pieces. Mix brown sugar, salt, pepper, liquid smoke and garlic; rub mixture into ribs. Layers ribs and onion in slow cooker. Pour cola over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender. Remove ribs from slow cooker. Drain and discard liquid.
  • Pour barbecue sauce into shallow bowl. Dip ribs into sauce. Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour any remaining sauce over ribs. Cover and cook on low heat setting 1 hour. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 890, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUED BABY BACK RIBS



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Comfort food from the slow cooker! Pork ribs in a tangy barbecue sauce make an easy, irresistible family dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 cups ketchup
3/4 cup chili sauce
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
4 lb pork baby back ribs, cut into 3-rib sections
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all sauce ingredients; set aside.
  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place pork in slow cooker. Spoon about 1 1/2 cups sauce evenly over sections. Reserve remaining sauce; refrigerate.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours (or on High heat setting 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes) or until almost tender.
  • Remove pork from slow cooker; drain and discard cooking liquid. Return pork to slow cooker; spoon reserved sauce evenly over each section. If cooking on High heat setting, reduce to Low. Cover; cook 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1320 mg, Sugar 30 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW-COOKER SAUCY BARBECUED RIBS



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Mouth-watering pork ribs slow cooked with flavorful barbecue sauce - a scrumptious dinner!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 lb pork loin back ribs or pork spareribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup water
1 1/3 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Spray inside of 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Cut ribs into 2- or 3-rib portions. Place ribs in cooker. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour water into cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours. Remove ribs from cooker; place in shallow baking pan. Drain and discard liquid from cooker.
  • Brush both sides of ribs with barbecue sauce. Return ribs to cooker. Pour any remaining sauce over ribs. Cover and cook on Low heat setting about 1 hour or until ribs are glazed and sauce is desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER BARBECUED RIBS



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I found this recipe on Betty C. This is cooked the same way I have always cooked my ribs only in a slow cooker. My family loves this way of cooking them.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Sauces

Time 10h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 lbs pork back ribs
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup cola
1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Spray inside of 4 to 5 qt slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Remove inner skin from ribs.
  • Mix brown sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic.
  • Rub mixture into ribs.
  • Cut ribs into 4 in pieces.
  • Layer ribs and onion in slow cooker.
  • Pour cola over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender.
  • Remove ribs from slow cooker. Drain and discard liquid.
  • Pour barbecue sauce into shallow bowl. Dip ribs into sauce. Place ribs into slow cooker.
  • Pour any remaining sauce over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1107.2, Fat 65.1, SaturatedFat 23, Cholesterol 273.9, Sodium 1727.2, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 41.7, Protein 76.2

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUED RIBS



Slow-Cooker Barbecued Ribs image

Come sunshine or rain, there will never be a time that's not perfect for slow-cooked barbecue ribs-especially when the slow cooker does all the cooking. This mouthwatering crowd-pleaser is cut out for weekends and game days but also works as a comforting mid-week main. Simply do the prep ahead, add it in the cooker, and step back while deliciousness happens.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 pounds pork loin back ribs
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons liquid smoke
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 cup cola
1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Spray inside of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Remove inner skin from ribs; cut into 4-inch pieces. Mix brown sugar, salt, pepper, liquid smoke and garlic; rub mixture into ribs. Layers ribs and onion in slow cooker. Pour cola over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender. Remove ribs from slow cooker. Drain and discard liquid.
  • Pour barbecue sauce into shallow bowl. Dip ribs into sauce. Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour any remaining sauce over ribs. Cover and cook on low heat setting 1 hour. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 890, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg

SLOW COOKER BARBECUED RIBS



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Delicious barbecued ribs easily prepared in a slow cooker. No one will know you didn't slave over the stove all day unless you tell them.

Provided by Joanne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Spare Ribs

Time 3h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (28 ounce) can chunky tomato sauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
6 pounds pork spareribs, cut into serving-size pieces

Steps:

  • Stir tomato sauce, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, chili powder, soy sauce, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper together in bowl. Place sparerib pieces into a slow cooker and pour sauce over ribs. Cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 615.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are more tender and flavorful, while spare ribs are meatier and have more collagen. Both are suitable for slow cooking.
  • Trim the ribs: Remove any excess fat or membrane from the ribs before cooking. This will help the rub adhere better and allow the ribs to cook more evenly.
  • Make a flavorful rub: The rub is what gives the ribs their flavor, so don't skimp on it. Use a combination of spices and herbs that you like. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and brown sugar.
  • Rub the ribs thoroughly: Make sure to rub the ribs all over with the spice mixture, getting into all the nooks and crannies. This will help ensure that the ribs are evenly flavored.
  • Cook the ribs low and slow: Slow cooking is the best way to achieve fall-off-the-bone ribs. Cook the ribs on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
  • Baste the ribs during cooking: Basting the ribs with a mixture of barbecue sauce, water, and vinegar will help keep them moist and flavorful. Baste the ribs every hour or so during cooking.
  • Let the ribs rest before serving: Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making them even more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker barbecued ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. By following these tips, you can ensure that your ribs turn out perfect every time. So fire up your slow cooker and enjoy a rack of fall-off-the-bone ribs tonight!

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