Best 12 Slow Cooker Saucy Short Ribs Recipes

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Slow cooker saucy short ribs are a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs, a rich and flavorful sauce, and creamy mashed potatoes is simply irresistible. And the best part is, this dish is incredibly easy to make. Simply brown the short ribs in a pan, then add them to your slow cooker with a few simple ingredients. Let the slow cooker do its work, and you'll have a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FAST AND EASY SLOW-COOKED SHORT RIBS



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Few ingredients, under 3 minutes, and come back to a finished dinner. Fresh rosemary is best, but dried works just fine too.

Provided by Susan Gartin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rib Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds beef short ribs, or more to taste
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) bottle chili sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place short ribs into a slow cooker; top with French onion soup. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Pour chili sauce over exposed parts of ribs; sprinkle with rosemary.
  • Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 95.2 mg, Fat 42.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 549.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp. canola oil
3 pounds bone-in beef chuck short ribs
2 medium onions, peeled and quartered
2 medium carrots, cut into large chunks
2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks
2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into large chunks
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh parsley, stems and leaves separated
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. spicy brown mustard
1 (12-ounce) dark stout beer, such as Guinness
Kosher salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. When the oil is hot, brown the short ribs, in batches, until they are browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • While the short ribs are browning, place a layer of onion and carrot pieces into the bottom of a slow cooker and season them with salt and pepper. Place the browned meat on top. Add the remaining onions and carrots along with the parsnips and turnips. Tie together the rosemary and thyme with the parsley stems and add them to the pot along with the Worcestershire and mustard. Pour over the stout and add enough water to almost cover the contents. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is very tender.
  • To serve, carefully remove the meat and vegetables from the slow cooker. Strain the juices. Serve the ribs with the juice and garnish with chopped parsley leaves.

SLOW-COOKER SHORT RIBS



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These slow-cooker short ribs are an easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs-you don't need to pay any attention to them once you get them in the slow cooker. (That makes it my favorite beef short ribs recipe!) -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup beef broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups dry red wine or beef broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, brown ribs on all sides; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add carrots, broth, thyme and bay leaf to ribs., Add onions to the same skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 8-9 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and vegetables; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skim fat. Discard thyme and bay leaf. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened; press cancel. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Serve with ribs and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bone-in short ribs, baby potato, salt, onion, garlic, baby carrots, green beans, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, dried oregano, salt

Provided by Niki Ang

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb bone-in short ribs
1 lb baby potato
1 pinch salt
1 onion, cut in half
4 cloves garlic, large
1 lb baby carrots
1 lb green beans
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  • Place bone-in short ribs in the bottom of a 6-quart (6 liters) slow cooker.
  • Add the spice mix over the meat.
  • Throw in the baby potatoes and add a pinch of salt, then add onion, garlic, and baby carrots.
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Add green beans during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 37 grams

SLOW-COOKER BEEF SHORT RIBS



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You won't believe how good these ribs are!!! I think we could have these every other night with no complaints! They're YUMMY!!!!

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Sauces

Time 9h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 lbs boneless beef short ribs
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup beef broth
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons catsup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Put flour, salt and pepper in a bag.
  • Add ribs and shake to coat.
  • Brown ribs in butter in a lg skillet.
  • Put in slow cooker.
  • In same skillet, combine remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring.
  • Pour over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low for 9 hours.

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 BBQ SHORT RIBS



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Brisket, move over. BBQ-sauced short ribs are here, ready to give you a run for your money in the tender-and-juicy slow-cooker recipe category.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lb. beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup flour
1 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs in Slow Cooker; top with onions, then combined remaining ingredients. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours). Remove ribs from Slow Cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce. Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE BEEF SHORT RIBS



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Bone-in beef short ribs are slow cooked in a sweet-and-spicy barbecue sauce for tender, flavorful, fall-off-the-bone meat. Serve this indulgent dinner with extra barbecue sauce and a side of Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 to 4 1/2 lb bone-in beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup Annie's™ Naturals organic sweet & spicy BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
Sliced green onions, if desired
Betty Crocker™ creamy butter mashed potato mix, prepared as directed on package, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season ribs with salt and pepper. Cook ribs in two batches, on all sides 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. Transfer ribs to slow cooker; discard fat and drippings.
  • In small bowl, mix beef broth, 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce and the mustard. Pour over ribs in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender.
  • With slotted spoon or tongs, carefully remove ribs to serving platter. In small microwavable bowl, heat remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce covered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until heated through. Brush ribs with heated barbecue sauce; garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKED SHORT RIBS



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Smothered in a mouthwatering barbecue sauce, these meaty ribs are a popular entree wherever I serve them. The recipe is great for a busy cook - after everything is combined, the slow cooker does all the work.-Pam Halfhill, Medina, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 9h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 to 4-1/2 pounds boneless beef short ribs
1/4 to 1/3 cup butter
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups beef broth
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
5 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add ribs in batches and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ribs in butter. , Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil; pour over ribs. , Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SLOW COOKER BBQ SHORT RIBS



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This is summer in a slow cooker! It's also one of those recipes that will mellow and taste even better the next day.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Meat

Time 8h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup barbecue sauce, your favorite
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs and onions in slow cooker.
  • Mix barbecue sauce, honey, flour and mustard; pour over ingredients in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH for 5 hours) or until ribs are tender.
  • Remove ribs from slow cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce.
  • Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1931.6, Fat 164.8, SaturatedFat 71.5, Cholesterol 344.7, Sodium 796.3, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 26.6, Protein 66.7

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS RECIPE



Slow Cooker Short Ribs Recipe image

These Slow Cooker Short Ribs only require five ingredients and can be put together in a matter of minutes. Put them in the slow cooker and let them cook all day and you have dinner ready that evening. This meat is so tender and savory it falls apart with your fork. You are going to love this one.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds beef short ribs
salt and pepper (to taste)
10.5 ounces condensed French onion soup (1 can)
12 ounces chili sauce (1 bottle)
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Spray a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place short ribs in the bottom of slow cooker and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together condensed onion soup and chili sauce. Spoon over the ribs.
  • Sprinkle rosemary on top.
  • Cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS



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Slow-cooked beef short ribs used two ways. Can anyone say 'M'm! M'm! Good'? Put the meat in a hoagie roll and serve with the reserved broth for dipping. Or, moisten with your favorite barbecue sauce and serve on a toasted bun.

Provided by lgmarge

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rib Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
3 ribs celery, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
5 pounds beef short ribs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed beef consomme (such as Campbell's ®)
½ (10.5 ounce) can water

Steps:

  • Prepare a slow cooker crock with cooking spray.
  • Spread celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the crock. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; place atop the vegetables. Pour beef consomme and water into the crock.
  • Cook on High until the ribs are fork-tender, 5 to 7 hours.
  • Remove the ribs from the slow cooker to a platter. Strain the broth and discard the vegetables.
  • Strip meat from the bones of the ribs. Discard bones and transfer meat to a bowl. Shred meat with 2 forks and serve with strained broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 52.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 22.1 g, Sodium 289.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use short ribs that are well-marbled with fat.
  • Brown the short ribs in a pan before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to develop their flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your recipe. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
  • Choose a good quality red wine for the sauce. A dry red wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, will work well.
  • Season the sauce to taste. You may want to add additional salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Serve the short ribs over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker saucy short ribs are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will be sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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