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Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs recipe is so easy to make and only requires three ingredients. The result is fork tender, delicious BBQ ribs!

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs in white bowl

This recipe is inspired by my friend Becky who made this kind of BBQ ribs for me and my kids.

When our kids were little and our husbands would be away for work, we used to get together for dinner in the evening. It was fun to cook for each other and the kids enjoyed playing together.

Before she made these slow cooker barbecue ribs for me, I never realized there was such a thing as country style boneless ribs and now I prefer them because they are easier to eat.

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How To Make Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

cajun seasoning for slow cooker barbecue ribs

Step One

Sprinkle all sides of about 2 1/2 pounds of boneless, country style pork ribs with cajun seasoning.

barbecue sauce for slow cooker barbecue ribs

Step Two

Spread one cup of barbecue sauce over the bottom of your slow cooker. Add the seasoned ribs.

sauce covered slow cooker barbecue ribs

Step Three

Top with another cup of barbecue sauce.

fully cooked slow cooker barbecue ribs

Step Four

Cover and cook for 5-6 on high or 6-8 on low, depending on your slow cooker, until fork tender.

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Step Five

Remove the barbecue ribs from the slow cooker and top with additional barbecue sauce, if desired.

Fork Tender Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs Recipe

The slow cooker barbecue ribs were fork-tender and full of flavor!

Try serving these barbecue ribs with oven roasted potatoes and corn on the cob.

Slow Cooker Paper Towel Tip

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs FAQs

1. What size slow cooker should I use?

I used my 3.5-quart oval CrockPot for this post but they work just as well in my 6-quart CrockPot.

2. Can I use beef ribs instead? Yes! I typically buy the country style pork ribs but have accidentally purchased the country style beef ribs and they’ve turned out great as well.

3. Can I use bone-in country style ribs? Yes, they will work just as well.

4. What brand of barbecue sauce did you use? I used Sweet Baby Ray’s Original Barbecue Sauce but any brand or even your homemade barbecue sauce can be used instead.

5. Can I make more than 2.5 pounds of slow cooker barbecue ribs at once? Yes! Just add more ribs and more barbecue sauce. Unless you really stuff your crockpot, the cooking time should be about the same.

6. Can I add the barbecue sauce AFTER cooking the ribs instead of BEFORE? Yes. Season the ribs and put them in the slow cooker with 1/4 cup of water. Cook the ribs, drain the water, and then add the barbecue sauce.

7. How can I make gluten-free slow cooker barbecue ribs? Make sure the cajun seasoning is gluten-free or make your own seasoning mix. Also, use a gluten free barbecue sauce.

8. Do you have any tips for lessening the extra liquid from condensation? Try removing the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking. Or drape a couple of paper towels over the crock pot before adding the lid like in the image above.

Hawaiian BBQ Walking Taco

Made too many slow cooker barbecue ribs?

Shed the leftover barbecue ribs and use them in one of the following recipes.

Hawaiian BBQ Pork Walking Tacos from The Gunny Sack: A Hawaiian BBQ Pork Walking Taco is easy to make and full of flavor. This walking taco recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd at a backyard bash or party.

Barbecue Pork Fried Rice from Mantitlement: This just isn’t your average pork fried rice recipe, it’s BBQ Pork Fried Rice! If you have leftover pork from last night’s dinner, this is going to be perfect!

Cheesy Barbecue Dip from The Gunny Sack: Everyone loves dip recipes and this Cheesy Barbecue Dip will be a big hit! It’s easy to make and the addition of barbecue pork or chicken makes it more hearty.

Pulled Pork Salad from Anthony In The Kitchen: Turn leftover pulled pork into an easy salad featuring shredded lettuce, cabbage, french fried onions, a tangy barbecue dressing and more!

Hawaiian Barbecue French Bread Pizza from The Gunny Sack: Hawaiian Barbecue French Bread Pizza recipe is easy to make in the oven or on the grill. Serve it as an appetizer or enjoy as a family dinner.

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Barbecue Beef Ribs in bowl

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs Recipe

Yield: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs recipe is so easy to make and only requires three ingredients. The result is fork tender, delicious BBQ ribs!

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs boneless, country style pork ribs
  • 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 2 1/2 cups barbecue sauce, divided

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle all sides of the boneless, country style pork ribs with cajun seasoning.
  2. Spread one cup of barbecue sauce over the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Add the seasoned ribs.
  4. Top with another cup of barbecue sauce.
  5. Cover and cook for 5-6 on high or 6-8 on low, depending on your slow cooker, until fork tender.
  6. Remove from slow cooker and top with remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, if desired.

Notes

Remember that slow cookers vary so your cooking time may vary as well.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1 grams
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 563Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 1343mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 1gSugar: 39gProtein: 37g

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Cuisine: American / Category: Dinner
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Comments

  1. Barbara J Levee says

    December 15, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    Some of my ribs, bottom layer cooked fall off the bone, the top and middle ribs were somewhat tough. I split 3 lb rack to fit oval 4 at slow cooker. Should I rotate next time? Cooked for 6 hours low.

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  2. Alex says

    October 14, 2019 at 8:59 am

    Can you use frozen country ribs or does it have to be thawed?

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    • Tonia says

      October 15, 2019 at 1:28 pm

      I would suggest thawing them first.

      Reply
  3. Bill Washington says

    February 19, 2019 at 3:45 pm

    These ribs are easy to make and just down home delicious. I made them with boneless country ribs. can’t wait to try them with bone in ribs,
    Thank you.

    Reply
  4. Joann says

    June 25, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Getting ready to put these in now for dinner tonight, but wondering is the time changes for doubling the recipe?

    Reply
    • Tonia says

      June 25, 2018 at 2:04 pm

      Hi Joann,
      I would cook it for the same amount of time. Best of luck!
      ~Tonia

      Reply
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