Easy Instant Pot BBQ Pork Ribs (Tender, Juicy & Ready in 45 Minutes!)

Craving BBQ ribs but short on time? These Instant Pot BBQ pork ribs are smoky, juicy, and ready in under 45 minutes—no smoker or grill required. Whether it’s Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or just a Tuesday night, this easy BBQ rib recipe delivers all the flavor without the hassle.

PS: You can use this recipe for beef ribs or BBQ chicken legs, too!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy—cooks in 25 minutes
• Perfect for Instant Pot beginners
• Adaptable: use pork, beef, or chicken
• No grill? No problem!

Ingredients

• 4 lb. pork loin back ribs (or beef ribs, country ribs, or chicken legs)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose BBQ rub
• 1 cup beer, broth, or water
• BBQ sauce, as needed

Instructions

1. Remove the membrane from the ribs. Pat dry.
2. Season generously with your favorite BBQ rub, making sure to cover all sides and get into every nook and cranny.
3. Place a trivet in the Instant Pot and pour in the beer (or liquid of choice).
4. Roll the ribs into a circle and place them standing upright on the trivet, bones vertical.
5. Seal the lid and pressure valve. Set to HIGH PRESSURE for 25 minutes.
6. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest.
7. Preheat oven to 450°F. Transfer ribs to a lined baking sheet.
8. Brush BBQ sauce over all sides. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until sauce is bubbly and caramelized.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.

Tips for Best Results

• Use a flavorful beer like a lager or ale for added depth.
• Finish under the broiler for crispier bark.
• Double the recipe—leftovers are amazing!

Variations

• Beef Ribs: Increase cook time to 30 minutes.
• Chicken Legs: Pressure cook for 12 minutes only.
• No Instant Pot? Try baking low and slow at 300°F for 2.5–3 hours.

Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: 1016
• Protein: 127g
• Fat: 45g
• Carbs: 13g
• Sugar: 8.5g
• Sodium: 601mg

Please consult a dietitian for personalized nutrition advice.

FAQs

Can I use boneless ribs? Yes, though bone-in ribs tend to be juicier and more flavorful.

Can I freeze cooked ribs? Absolutely. Cool, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months.

What kind of BBQ sauce is best? Use your favorite—sweet, smoky, or spicy all work!

More BBQ Recipes You'll Love

• Creole BBQ Chicken & Bleu Cheese Dressing
• Cheerwine BBQ Pulled Pork
• Bourbon Beef Chili

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Easy BBQ Pork Ribs

Yield: 4lbs, serves 2-3

Author: Nikki Miller-Ka of Nik Snacks

When you don’t have time to set up the smoker or fire up the grill, these EASY BBQ PORK RIBS come to the rescue. Not in the mood for pork ribs? No problem. The following recipe can be used for beef ribs and BBQ chicken legs.

Ingredients

• 4 lb. pork loin back ribs, membrane removed (or beef ribs, country ribs, chicken legs)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose barbecue rub
• 1 cup beer, broth or water
• Barbecue sauce, as needed

Instructions

1. Season ribs with all-purpose barbecue rub. Pat rub onto all sides and lift flaps to get seasoning underneath and between each nook and cranny.
2. Place a trivet in the Instant Pot. Pour beer into the bottom of the pot. Add seasoned ribs by rolling them lengthwise and placing them on top of the trivet. The rack of ribs should stand up, with the bones vertical to the sides of the pot.
3. Close the lid with the pressure vent closed. Set the pressure cooker to HIGH for 25 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, and then manually release the rest of the pressure.
4. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Open the Instant Pot lid, remove the ribs and place them on a parchment-paper or foil-lined baking sheet.
5. Brush or pour BBQ sauce on all sides and place in the preheated oven. Cook for 15 minutes or until tender.
6. To serve, remove ribs from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into portions. Eat.

Notes:

The secret to Easy BBQ Pork Ribs? The Instant Pot! These pork ribs still come out smoky, juicy, and saucy, but they are easy and tasty in half the time.

When I purchased my Instant Pot nearly a year ago (or maybe it was 2 years? Time flies when you're not slaving over a hot stove all day) these ribs were the first thing my boyfriend and I made. We didn't mess around with corn on the cob or hard-boiled eggs. We went straight for the jugular.

Calories

1016.54

Fat (grams)

44.86

Sat. Fat (grams)

14.32

Carbs (grams)

13.52

Fiber (grams)

0.45

Net carbs

13.07

Sugar (grams)

8.50

Protein (grams)

127.76

Sodium (milligrams)

601.75

Cholesterol (grams)

384.75

Please consult a healthcare professional or dietician about nutritional needs for your diet. I am a communications professional, not a physician.

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