One-Pan BBQ Baby Back Ribs – Tender, Saucy & Oven-Baked
Juicy, oven-baked baby back ribs coated in a flavorful dry rub, slow-roasted until tender, and finished with a sticky BBQ glaze — all in one pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 racks baby back ribs (about 4 lbs total)
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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2–3 tbsp apple cider vinegar or apple juice (optional)
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1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
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Remove silver skin from ribs and pat dry.
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Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic, onion, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
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Rub mixture evenly over ribs.
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Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet. Add vinegar or juice if using. Wrap tightly with foil.
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Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, until very tender.
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Unwrap, brush with BBQ sauce.
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Broil 4–5 minutes until caramelized.
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Rest 5 minutes, slice, and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat wrapped at 275°F. Serve with slaw, beans, or salad.