
BBQ Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs is the best way to make country-style ribs at a low temperature to get the best boneless pork ribs.
This traditional ribs recipe made using the slow cooking process is the best way to make mouth tender boneless ribs that the whole family can enjoy.
Plus, the prep work for slow cooker recipes takes minimal effort, but you will still get maximum flavor and the best rack of ribs with only a few simple steps.
Pick your favorite side dishes to serve with this pork rib recipe, and you will be good to go!
Recipe Ingredients:
- Protein: pick out boneless country-style pork ribs with a good amount of connective tissue to ensure flavorful ribs
- Cooking liquid: to add a depth of flavor, use liquid smoke to get that delicious smoky flavor
- Seasoning: use simple ingredients such as kosher salt and ground black pepper
- Sugar: using brown sugar does a great job of adding moisture and complementing the savory flavors of these boneless country style pork ribs
- Onion: dice a yellow onion to top the baby back ribs
- Sauce: grab a bottle of your favorite brand of BBQ sauce
Recommended Equipment



How to Make Country Style Ribs In The Crock Pot:
Prepare slow cooker:
- Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Add ribs and season:
- Place ribs on the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Pour a little liquid smoke over the ribs so it can soak into the meat. Don’t over do it.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Then sprinkle brown sugar and diced onion over the meat.
Cook ribs in slow cooker:
- Top with your favorite sweet or tangy barbecue sauce.
- Cover slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours.

Expert Tips:
- Let the liquid smoke soak into the ribs before seasoning.
- Thicker bbq sauces will give you extra sticky or more tacky ribs.
- Cover and cook the ribs the slow method for the best results, but you can cook the ribs at a high temperature if necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions for Making this Crock Pot Country Style Ribs:
Get a bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce to pair with this country style ribs recipe. Plus, use any extra BBQ sauce for a great option to dip the ribs into.
These delicious ribs should melt in your mouth and are fork tender and falling apart, and the internal temperature of the slow cooker ribs are at least 190 degrees F.
Add all ingredients to a gallon-sized freezer bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible and seal the bag closed. Place the freezer bag into the freezer and it will last 60-90 days.
When ready to use, spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray and dump the ingredients from the bag into the slow cooker. Place the lid on top and cook on LOW heat for 8-9 hours or until ribs are completely cooked through. Follow the rest of the instructions as written.
If you want to add even more flavor to these slow /cooker ribs, use either garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder for a little kick.
Storage & Reheating Instruction:
Fridge: Place the leftover country ribs into an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat: To reheat the tender meat, place it in the microwave for 1 minute, and then 30 second increments until you have reached your desired temperature.
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pounds boneless country-style pork ribs
- 2 Tablespoons liquid smoke
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bottle BBQ sauce, (18 ounce bottle)
Equipment
Instructions
- Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place ribs on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour a little liquid smoke over the ribs so it can soak into the meat. Don't over do it.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Then sprinkle brown sugar and diced onion over the meat.
- Top with your favorite sweet or tangy barbecue sauce.
- Cover slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours.
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