My brother begs me to make these every weekend because they are so tender and take 3 ingredients
These Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Country Style Ribs are an easy way to turn a simple cut of pork into tender, flavorful comfort food. Slow cooking allows the meat to become incredibly soft while soaking up a sweet and smoky sauce. A quick finish under the broiler adds a sticky, caramelized coating that makes these ribs taste like they came straight from a BBQ pit.
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient BBQ Country Style Ribs
Ingredients:
- 4–5 lbs country-style pork ribs (bone-in)
- 1 bottle (18–20 oz) thick barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
Lightly grease your slow cooker. In a bowl, mix the barbecue sauce and brown sugar until smooth.
Tip: Trim off any large pieces of excess fat from the ribs to keep the sauce from becoming greasy.
Step 2: Coat the Ribs
Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the ribs in an even layer, then pour the remaining sauce over them. Turn the ribs to coat well.
Step 3: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 3½–4 hours, until the meat is very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 4: Broil for Finish
Preheat your broiler. Transfer the cooked ribs to a foil-lined baking tray and brush with the sauce from the slow cooker. Broil for 3–5 minutes until the edges start to caramelize.
Tip: This step helps create a thicker, slightly crisp coating on the outside.
Step 5: Rest and Serve
Let the ribs rest for about 5 minutes before serving so the juices settle and the sauce sets.
These ribs are sweet, sticky, and incredibly tender—perfect for an easy meal that still feels special.
