Instant Pot BBQ Ribs

Saucy, smoky and oh so tender, these Instant Pot BBQ Ribs are a family favorite. The quickest, easiest and tastiest ribs you'll ever make!

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine Southern

Keyword bbq, instant pot, ribs

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Servings Servings

Calories 579kcal

Remove the membrane from the back side of the ribs. Use a knife to loosen and then pull the membrane down the back of the ribs with your fingers.
Combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, granulated garlic, chili powder, onion powder, mustard powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Whisk together.
Rub the seasoning mixture over both sides of the ribs.
With the sauté feature on, cook bacon just until it starts to brown and the fat starts to render.
Turn the instant pot to warm setting. Place the trivet in the pot. Place the ribs inside the pot on top of the trivet wrapping around in a circle. Pour water into pot.
Press "manual" setting, cover and seal the pressure cooker. Cook on high pressure for 23 minutes. Do a 5 minute natural release and then release the remaining pressure.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Brush 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce over the top of the ribs. Place under the broiler for 5- 6 minutes or until the sauce starts to caramelize.
Drizzle with remaining sauce, slice and serve.

Nutrition facts for estimation purposes only.