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If you love a good recipe that is easy, delicious and fall-apart tender, then you are going to love this Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} recipe!

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How to Make Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} in a Crock Pot

Aunt Lou here.

We you know, we love Mississippi Style recipes around here. And this wonderful country ribs recipe delivers the wonderful flavor that you have come to know and expect from our Mississippi Style recipes. Yum. Yum. Yum.

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Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} Notes:

  • We used a 6-quart crock pot to make this dish. If you need to use a larger crock pot, watch it closely the first time you make it so you can make any adjustments to the timing that are needed. I would not recommend using a smaller crock pot.
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  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. Your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.
  • All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.
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Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style}

If you love a good recipe that is easy, delicious and fall-apart tender, then you are going to love this Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} recipe!

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Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 6 hours hours

Total Time: 6 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 5 people

Author: Aunt Lou

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs country ribs
  • 1 oz pkt powdered ranch dip mix
  • 1 oz pkt powdered brown gravy mix
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 6 pepperoncinis

Instructions

  • Place your ribs in a 6-quart slow cooker.

  • Sprinkle ranch dip mix on top of your country ribs.

  • Sprinkle gravy mix on top of your country ribs.

  • Nestle 1/2 stick of butter centered on top of the country ribs.

  • Place pepperoncinis around the country ribs.

  • Cover and set slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours.

Notes

  • We used a6-quart crock potto make this dish.
  • Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks, slow cookers and low carb essentials in ourAmazon Influencer Shop.
  • You can find more beef crock pot recipes with ourRecipe Finder.
  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. Your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.
  • All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.

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  • Crock Pot Cabbage
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  1. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (10)Herbert Cooper says

    I have yet to try this dish. But just from looking at this dish the ribs looks as if it’s been on the grill first then added to the pot. I say this because of the burnt look of the ribs. Or is it that you leave it in the pot until it’s burnt? I think a part of the recipe is missing

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (11)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (12)
      They aren’t burnt. The darker parts you see in the pictures are from the seasonings in the recipe. Enjoy!

  2. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (13)Lauren Lee says

    Are you making beef ribs here or pork? I have never made beef without liquid..thank you these sound delicious.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (14)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (15)
      They are pork country ribs. Enjoy!

  3. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (16)Julie J says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (17)
    This turned out delicious 😋

    Reply

  4. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (18)Jess says

    Has anyone ever tried this recipe without the pepperoncinis? My fiancé has this thing with peppers…he hates them. When I mentioned this recipe, I just got a look lol. I told him he would be fine because they were just for flavor but just figured I would ask if anyone made it without before to see how good it is….

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (19)Adele says

      It’s absolutely amazing! You can always remove the peppers before serving. Or serve them all to yourself!

    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (20)Trish says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (21)
      I make this recipe often . It is one of our favorite dishes. I use banana peppers instead of pepperoncinis. They don’t seem to have quite the heat and give dish an added flavor..I put in a large handful and spread them around the sides.

  5. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (22)Bloom Taliercio says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (23)
    So good and easy to boot!! I will definitely be making this recipe again.
    For a gravy, I added the left over drippings and liquid to a packaged brown gravy mix and thickened with a little cornstarch. Yummy gravy with a definite kick, my peppercinis were on the hot side.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (24)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (25)
      I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe as much as we do! Your gravy sounds delicious!

    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (27)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (28)
      We haven’t ever tried this recipe in the oven, so I can’t say how would be best to make it in the oven. If you give it a try, let us know how it goes!

  6. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (29)Robin says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (30)
    Oh my so good! Didn’t change a thing. The tang from the peppercini was wonderful and meat came out fall off the bone. I trimmed some of the fat off the country ribs prior to putting in the crock pot but did everything else by the recipe. Served over rice with juices and green bean salad. Definite keeper!

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (31)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (32)
      I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

  7. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (33)Ashkey says

    Can you cook while ribs are partially frozen?

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (34)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (35)
      Food safety experts do not recommend cooking frozen (or partially frozen) food in a crock pot since it cooks at lower temperatures. If you have an instant pot/electric pressure cooker, it is safe to cook frozen meat in one. Here is a link to the Instant Pot recipe: https://www.recipesthatcrock.com/instant-pot-country-ribs-mississippi-style/.The recipe is for ribs that are not frozen, but you can use the same recipe with a longer cooking time for frozen or partially frozen ones. If you give it a try, let me know how it goes!

  8. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (36)Janice says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (37)
    Can I add in a liquid of any type?

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (38)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (39)
      Hi Janice!

      I haven’t tried adding any liquid to this recipe, but you might be able to add some broth if you want. If you give it a try, let me know how it goes!

      Aunt Lou

  9. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (40)Amy says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (41)
    I have made this recipe several times and I keep coming back to it. Love it. And it’s so easy! I’m wondering though, what do you serve your with your ribs? I always have the hardest time choosing sides. I’d love to hear the first thing that comes to mind and a low carb option, too.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (42)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (43)
      Hi Amy!

      I’m so glad you enjoy this recipe! For sides, we usually do some kind of potato and either corn or green beans. For a low carb side, you can find all of our low carb side dishes here: Hope that helps!

      Aunt Lou

    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (44)Amy Jo McCord says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (45)
      A good low carb option is to serve these over cauliflower mash. (Mashed faux-potatoes) That’s what I do. And spoon that lovely juice on top! Excellent!

    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (46)Adele says

      I always serve it with crock pot cabbage

    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (47)Genevieve Simpson-Puente says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (48)
      Hi Amy I would put ribs over white rice or noodles with a veggie or salad and fresh bread to sop up the gravy! Yum!😋

  10. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (49)Dre says

    Do the pepperoncini’s make the meat spicy? I have some people that cry about “hot” stuff.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (50)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (51)
      Hi Dre!

      I am a wimp when it comes to spicy foods. The pepperoncinis add flavor, but not much heat. Enjoy!

      Aunt Lou

  11. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (52)Sharpoh says

    The recipe says to use 1/2 cup butter in the ingredient section and then says use 1/2 stick( which would be 1/4 cup) in the prep part. Which is it?

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (53)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (54)
      So sorry about that Sharpoh! It is 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter. I have fixed the recipe card. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!

      Aunt Lou

  12. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (55)Ashley says

    Are you using boneless or bone in ribs? Thanks!

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (56)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (57)
      Hi Ashley!

      Boneless. Enjoy!

      ~Aunt Lou

  13. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (58)BJ says

    I put a small sliced onion in bottom. No sticking and we love it’s addition to the meal.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (59)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (60)
      Great idea BJ! That sounds yummy!

      ~Aunt Lou

  14. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (61)Stephanie James says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (62)
    I have made this recipe twice and about to make it again today. I had no issues with anything sticking to the bottom. In fact I had a nice gravy that (I thickened up with a little roux mix) I could pour over mash potatoes that I served along with the pork. My family and my sisters family eats this up and fights for the last serving. I even served it to guests and they loved it. AWESOME recipe!! Thanks for sharing

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (63)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (64)
      That’s awesome Stephanie! Thank you so much for taking the time to come and leave such kind, uplifting words. It means so much to us!

      Aunt Lou

  15. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (65)PHannah says

    I just put my pot of this on. This recipe mentions nothing whatsoever about adding water or anything so I added just a little bit just in case. We will see.

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  16. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (66)Jessica says

    Just made ribs using this recipe. I prepared as the recipe stated & cooked overnight. They were stuck to the bottom of my crockpot. I think there needs to be more liquid in this recipe. The taste is good but they are dry & burnt.

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (67)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (68)
      Hi Jessica!

      I’m sorry this didn’t turn out for you. It sounds like your slow cooker cooks faster than ours. We always recommend watching a recipe closely when trying it for the first time. If you try this recipe again, I would guess your ribs would be done closer to 6 hours than 8. I hope this helps.

      Aunt Lou

  17. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (69)Yvonne says

    Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (70)
    I made these ribs this evening and OMG they are so tender, delicious, and has a good flavor. I seasoned the meat during the summer and froze them. I usually overcook pork and they always come out dry. I wanted to make sure I found a recipe and I search and found this one. Love this recipe.

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  18. Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (71)Jeana says

    Did you grill the rubes ahead of time?

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    • Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (72)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Country Ribs {Mississippi Style} - Recipes That Crock! (73)
      Hi Jeana!

      We did not grill them ahead of time. You just put them in the crock pot, follow the rest of the recipe instructions for adding the other ingredients and let the crock pot do the work! Enjoy!

      ~Aunt Lou

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FAQs

Do you need liquid in a slow cooker for ribs? ›

Don't worry that the ribs go into the slow cooker without liquid; the heat is gentle enough that the ribs do not burn, and the meat releases liquid as it cooks, so it braises in its own spiced juices.

Can you cook ribs too long in a crockpot? ›

Can You Slow Cook Ribs Too Long? Yes, just like oven baked ribs, if you leave them in the crockpot for too long they can become dry and tough. This will likely not happen, but it is possible. So just use the timer on your crockpot if it has one or set your own.

Are ribs better in the oven or crock pot? ›

Crock Pot Ribs are the best, most tender, flavorful ribs you'll make! These are just about the easiest thing in the world and the meat just about falls off the bone!

Should you flip ribs in slow cooker? ›

Cover and cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours or on LOW for 7-9 hours OR cook until ribs are fall apart tender. Rotate ribs once during cooking so they cook evenly. Cooking time may vary between slow cookers.

What is the best liquid to cook ribs in? ›

Add water, apple juice (or apple cider vinegar) and liquid smoke (optional, but recommended for that great smokey flavor). Place the ribs upright, with the meat side facing out. If you're using one large rack of ribs, then circle them around the pot.

What liquid is best for pork ribs? ›

Liquid for cooking – this is a key step for this pork ribs recipe! It creates a steamy situation while the ribs slow cook in the oven to keep them nice and juicy. My liquid of choice is alcoholic apple cider (also known as hard apple cider) because as with many things, alcohol adds extra layers of flavour.

What's the lowest temperature you can slow cook ribs? ›

The longer it takes to get there be more tender they will be. I would not recommend going any lower than 200°F (93ºC) for your cooking temp, even if that means turning the heat up a little at the end to reach your internal temp of 160°F.

Is it better to cook ribs low and slow? ›

The lower the meat's temperature, the less moisture it loses, but the longer its connective tissue takes to dissolve, too. You can get very juicy ribs by cooking them at 135 degrees, but making them tender takes two or three days. At 160 degrees, you get tender ribs in 10 to 12 hours.

Can you cook ribs for 8 hours? ›

directions. Take ribs out of package and pat dry with a paper towel. Season ribs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Put ribs in oven on 210°F for 8 hours.

Why are my crock pot ribs tough? ›

If your ribs are chewy, you either forgot to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs or you didn't cook them long enough. If your ribs are dry, you likely cooked them too hot and fast. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to fix dry and chewy ribs.

Are ribs better in crockpot or instant pot? ›

Nothing that a little sauce can't fix, and it does mean you get more of the pork flavor, but they're not as nuanced. And the winner is: The slow cooker, but just by a hair (by a rib?). If you're pressed for time, pressure cooker is the way to go.

What happens if you don't take membrane off ribs? ›

You'll get a much better end product if you take it off. The membrane can be chewy or rubbery and prevents seasonings from penetrating the underside of the ribs. Luckily, the membrane is easy to remove. Removing it from your pork ribs is key to preparing great ribs for the BBQ, oven, slowcooker, etc.

What happens if you slow cook ribs too long? ›

You would think that longer cooking times would simply mean more tender, succulent beef. Sadly, this is simply not the case. Cooking any kind of meat for too long will usually leave it dry, tough, and utterly unappealing. In all honesty, cooking BBQ ribs to perfection is something of an artform.

Do ribs have to be thawed before crockpot? ›

It is best to thaw meat or poultry before putting it into a slow cooker. Frozen pieces will take longer to reach a safe internal temperature and could possibly result in foodborne illness. Frozen or partially frozen foods can also cool everything else in the slow cooker.

What happens if you don't put liquid in a slow cooker? ›

Not adding enough liquid can lead to burning.

If you're planning on allowing your meal to simmer for several hours, be sure you monitor the level of liquid you use. "Liquid will evaporate during the slow-cooking process," Leung said. "It's important to add enough liquid to ensure the bottom of your dish doesn't burn."

Does meat in a slow cooker have to be covered with liquid? ›

To keep a pot roast from drying out, your slow cooker needs liquid to create a moist environment, and that can include meat or vegetable stock, wine or water. This doesn't mean the meat should be submerged; a cup or two of liquid will be enough, since the cooker is covered and liquids stay trapped inside.

Do I need to add liquid to slow cooker pork? ›

You don't need much liquid to slow cook pork since it releases juices while cooking when using the low setting. I use just enough to flavor the pork along with the reserved juices of the pork and serve the extra BBQ sauce on the side. If you wish to add liquid, you can add 1 cup of chicken broth.

Can you put meat in a slow cooker without liquid? ›

Water or liquid is necessary to create steam. When cooking meat or poultry, the water or liquid level should cover the ingredients to ensure effective heat transfer throughout the crock. Some manufacturers of slow cookers recommend adding liquid to fill the stoneware 1/2 to 3/4 full.

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