Chili’s Baby Back Ribs
Description
Chili’s Baby Back Ribs recipe delivers tender, flavorful ribs with a perfect balance of tangy and smoky barbecue sauce, all made easily in the air fryer. This method ensures juicy meat that falls off the bone without long cooking times. Ideal for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s ready faster than traditional slow-cooked ribs.
Ingredients
Chili's Baby Back Ribs Ingredients:
- 2 pounds pork baby back ribs
Chili's Baby Back Ribs Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder, adjust to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for tender results. Cut the rack into smaller sections that fit your air fryer basket.
- Place the rib sections in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Set the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175°C) and set cook time for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the ribs cook, combine white vinegar, tomato paste, dry mustard, dark brown sugar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, salt, onion powder, minced garlic, paprika, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After the ribs are cooked and tender, brush them generously with the BBQ sauce. Return them to the air fryer and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes to caramelize the sauce and create a sticky glaze. Remove ribs from the air fryer, let them rest for a few minutes, then serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 759mgPotassium: 556mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 368IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 2mg