Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs are a fall-off-the-bone tender six-ingredient recipe! Baby back pork ribs are paired with pepperoncini peppers, au jus seasoning, ranch seasoning, and butter. It is a simple dinner that can be served all year round.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs on a white plate sitting on top of mashed potatoes

Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, baked beans, or any other side dish for a wholesome, family-friendly dinner that is finger-licking good.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs in crockpot with a rib section being lifted out of crockpot with tongs

Craving More Mississippi Flavor Recipes: Try out the ribeye steaks, pulled chicken, or the classic roast recipe. All of these are slow cooker recipes.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs in a slow cooker with peppers and juice around them

Reasons to Try Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs

This dish can be made all year round and requires minimal effort. Toss the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it handle the rest. It’s a great recipe for newbies in the kitchen.
It is a family-friendly recipe that kids and adults will both enjoy.
Versatile in how you serve up the ribs.
If you buy the ribs on sale, this can be a budget-friendly meal that serves quite a bit.

baby back ribs, stick of butter, and other ingredients in small bowls for the mississippi ribs recipe

Ingredients Needed

Ribs: Reach for baby back ribs for that fall of the succulent bone-tender meat that is full of flavor. Trim the ribs as needed before cooking.

Seasonings: Au Jus seasoning and dry ranch seasoning combine to create a tangy, zesty, and savory base for these ribs that is a flavor bomb.

Pepperoncini Peppers and Juice: The peppers and the juice will add tangy and spicy flavors to the ribs.

Butter: Dice up and place slabs of butter over the top. As it melts, it creates a rich sauce and incredible flavor for the tender ribs.

overhead look of cooked Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs in slow cooker

Variations to Recipe

Meat: You can change the ribs to a different rib cut if you want or opt for beef ribs. Or go completely different and do a pork tenderloin or even chicken thighs for a unique twist.

Vegetables: Add some diced potatoes, carrots, or other heartier vegetables to cook along with the meat for a savory side dish.

Spice It Up: Add some sliced jalapenos or red pepper flakes to ramp up the heat factor.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning: If you don’t want to buy a packet, you can make your dry ranch seasoning mix and the same with the au jus mix if you prefer.

Vegetarian: Swap out the ribs for some jackfruit to create a vegetarian version loaded with flavor and super satisfying.

Mississippi Ribs on wooden cutting board with crockpot in the background

Storing Leftovers and Freezing

Refrigerate: If you do not eat the ribs, store them in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Then, you can reheat them in the microwave, oven, or a skillet on the stovetop. Just heat until warmed through.

Freezing: Freeze any ribs for 2-3 months. Place in a freezer bag or freezer-friendly container. Then, thaw in the fridge overnight or defrost straight from the freezer.

plate with mashed potatoes, mississippi ribs, peppers and more.

Tips for Success

Trimming Ribs

I recommend trimming off any excess fat or silverskin before you cook your ribs. This will help reduce the excess fat in the ribs as they cook and offer a better end result. Use a sharp knife for trimming.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs sitting on wooden cutting board and a crockpot and blue towel in background

Top with Butter

Adding the sliced butter evenly all over the top of the ribs will allow the butter to slowly melt into the meat. It will add flavor and moisture and truly create a nice flavor to the ribs.

Mississippi ribs on top of a bed of potatoes and peppercini peppers on plate

Low Cook Setting

When cooking ribs heating low and slow is best for that tender and juicy rib. If you cook on high heat, you risk the meat becoming harsh and even drying out. So low heat is best for this particular slow cooker recipe.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs on a white plate smothered in gravy sitting on top of mashed potatoes

Liner

You can buy slow cooker liners that are great for helping to keep the slow cooker clean. Place the liner in before you add any ingredients. Then, at the end of cooking, store the leftovers, lift the bag out, and toss away anything left for easy cleanup.

plate of baby back ribs, potatoes, and peppers sitting on wooden table

What To Serve With Mississippi Ribs

Cornbread: Consider serving up with some cornbread with a slab of butter on top! This would be a great Southern side.

Bread: Go for a classic bread and butter or choose your favorite dinner rolls. Great for slathering up any extra gravy on the plate once you are done.

Mashed Potatoes: For a comfort food side, opt for creamy mashed potatoes, one of our favorite pairings.

Coleslaw: Crisp and crunchy coleslaw are always welcome to go along with ribs in my book. It will help balance out the spice of the ribs.

Cucumber and Onions: Another great side is the cucumber and onions. The acidity from the vinegar is going to help tame the richness of the ribs!

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs on a plate with potatoes, and then small bowls with ingredients used to make the pork ribs

FAQs For Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs

Can I use a different cut of pork ribs?

You are welcome to use any cut of ribs you would like. Different cuts will take different amounts of time to cook. Baby back ribs become very tender and juicy, while other types of ribs can be a bit tougher.

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Do I need to remove the membrane from the ribs before cooking?

Yes, take the time to remove the membrane, also known as silver skin, to help tenderize the meat. The membrane is very chewy, and leaving the strip on the ribs will make eating them off the bone harder.

baby back pork ribs cooked and sitting in a slow cooker on the table

Can I adjust the spiciness of the dish?

Use mild peppers to make the dish mild and opt for minimal to no juice. To ramp up the heat, grab a spicier version of the pepper or add in red pepper flakes or jalapenos for even more flavor.

How do I thicken the sauce, if desired?

To thicken the sauce, remove the ribs from the slow cooker, remove the liquid, and pour into a saucepan. Then heat on medium, and once it gets nice and hot, stir in some cornstarch slurry. Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water. This will thicken the mixture as it cooks. Repeat as needed to reach the desired thickness.

baby back ribs being held with tong above the slow cooker sitting on the table

More Slow Cooker Recipes

Take a moment and check out even easier slow cooker meal ideas for you and your family to enjoy. A great way to not heat up your house in the warmer months of the year!

Firecracker Chicken

Honey Garlic Steak Bites

Root Beer Chicken

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs

Course Main Course

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 10

Servings 6 servings

Slow Cooker Mississippi Ribs are inspired by the classic Mississippi roast. Au jus seasoning, dry ranch, pepperoncini pepprs and more create a savory, tangy, and flavorful tender rib perfect for dinner. A mouthwatering family friendly recipe.

Ingredients

▢ 3 ½ – 4 lbs baby back pork ribs
▢ 1 packet ranch seasoning
▢ 1 packet au jus seasoning
▢ 10-12 pepperoncini peppers
▢ ¼ cup pepperoncini pepper juice optional
▢ ½ cup unsalted butter sliced into pats

Instructions

Carefully remove the sinew (thin membrane layer) from the back of the pork ribs and discard.
Rub the seasoning mix onto the front and back of your rack of ribs.
Slice the ribs into 2 or 3 sections and add ribs to the bottom of a 6 quart or larger slow cooker.
Place the pepperoncini peppers and butter pats on top of the ribs. Pour the pepper juice around the ribs, if using.
Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork ribs are fully cooked through and tender.
Serve immediately, enjoy!

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