Honey BBQ Ribs – Sweet, Sticky & Tender Every Time!
Sweet and sticky Honey BBQ Ribs made with tender beef or chicken, glazed in a rich, smoky honey sauce for a fall-off-the-bone finish that's perfect for any barbecue.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef ribs (or chicken ribs for a lighter option)
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C)
- Rinse ribs under cold water and pat dry
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl
- Rub spice mixture on both sides of ribs
- Drizzle olive oil over ribs and massage to coat
- Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, cover tightly with additional foil, and bake for 2 hours
- Remove foil, brush with honey BBQ sauce, and increase oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Bake uncovered for 30-45 minutes until sauce caramelizes
- Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve
Notes
For more flavor, marinate ribs overnight in the spice rub wrapped in plastic
Use chicken ribs for a leaner protein option
Serve with grilled corn, potato salad, or steamed rice
Use chicken ribs for a leaner protein option
Serve with grilled corn, potato salad, or steamed rice