Easy Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
Ingredients:
- 2 racks of baby back ribs
- McCormick’s Steak seasoning (or any preferred steak seasoning)
- 1 bottle (18 ounces) Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ sauce
Instructions:
- Begin by preparing the baby back ribs. If desired, remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better seasoning penetration and tenderness.
- Season both racks of baby back ribs generously with McCormick’s Steak seasoning. Ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed on both sides of the ribs.
- Place the seasoned baby back ribs in a circular pattern in the slow cooker, ensuring they fit comfortably without overlapping too much.
- Pour the entire bottle of Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ sauce over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Set the slow cooker to high heat and cook the ribs for approximately 7 hours. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the slow cooker model and size of the ribs, but they should be tender and falling off the bone when done.
- Once the ribs are cooked to perfection, carefully remove them from the slow cooker and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Optionally, spoon some of the remaining sauce from the slow cooker over the ribs for extra flavor.
- Serve the tender and flavorful baby back ribs hot with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread.
- Enjoy the delicious and effortless meal with your family and friends!
Tips to Make Easy Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs:
- Choose Quality Ribs: When selecting baby back ribs, look for ones with plenty of meat and minimal fat. This ensures a meatier and more flavorful outcome.
- Prep the Ribs Properly: Removing the membrane from the back of the ribs allows for better seasoning penetration and tenderness. Use a paper towel to grip the membrane and peel it away from the ribs.
- Season Generously: Don’t be shy with the seasoning! Apply the steak seasoning liberally on both sides of the ribs to infuse them with flavor.
- Arrange Ribs Evenly: Place the seasoned baby back ribs in the slow cooker in a circular pattern, ensuring they fit comfortably without overcrowding. This helps them cook evenly and absorb the flavors evenly.
- Use Enough Sauce: Pour the entire bottle of Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ sauce over the ribs to ensure they are well coated. The sauce not only adds flavor but also helps keep the ribs moist during cooking.
- Cook on High Heat: Cooking the ribs on high heat for approximately 7 hours allows them to become tender and succulent while still holding their shape. Adjust the cooking time if needed based on your slow cooker’s specifications.
- Check for Doneness: To ensure the ribs are cooked to perfection, they should be tender and easily pull apart from the bone. Use tongs to gently lift a portion of the ribs to check for tenderness.
- Serve with Extra Sauce: Spoon some of the remaining sauce from the slow cooker over the ribs before serving for an extra burst of flavor. You can also serve additional sauce on the side for dipping.
- Pair with Complementary Sides: Serve the baby back ribs hot with your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread. These sides complement the savory and smoky flavors of the ribs perfectly.
- Enjoy with Loved Ones: Share the delicious and effortless meal with your family and friends, and savor the tender and flavorful baby back ribs together!
