You don’t need to bake these boneless country style pork ribs low and slow for hours to get deliciously tender results – this quick and easy recipe is ready in only 35 minutes!
Boneless Pork Ribs In Oven
I normally make country style ribs with a BBQ sauce coating, but my father-in-law recently requested them with more of a Cajun vibe, and the results were so delicious that I had to share it with all of you!
The combination of oregano, thyme, garlic, onion, paprika (which also gives it that gorgeous color) tasted amazing. There’s also a little cayenne pepper that gives it just the right amount of spice (but not so much spice that the kids couldn’t enjoy it – they loved these tasty ribs!).
These boneless pork ribs turned out beautifully in only 34 minutes in the oven. They were juicy, tender, and oh so flavorful. Since the prep time and cook time was so minimal it almost felt too good to be true!
Try serving these ribs with some pasta salad, potato salad, this amazing doctored up Jiffy Cornbread, or with some creamed corn.
If you love country style ribs, be sure to check out our super popular Crock Pot Country Style Ribs recipe – it has tons of 5 star reviews!
Ingredients
Homemade Spice Rub: The magic of the flavor in this recipe is really all in the homemade spice blend. A combination of paprika, fine sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper seasons the country style ribs absolutely perfectly.
It has a bit of a Cajun vibe, but the spice definitely isn’t overpowering (even my 2 1/2 year old nephew loved these ribs and didn’t think it was too spicy). If you love heat, feel free to add some more cayenne pepper or a bit of crushed red pepper flakes. If you like a sweeter rub, feel free to add in some brown sugar.
Country Style Ribs: I used boneless country style ribs, and it’s important to use boneless ones if you want to keep the quick cook time that’s listed in the recipe card. If you don’t mind cooking the ribs for quite a bit longer, then you could use bone-in ones.
It’s also important to note that the thickness of the ribs makes a difference in cook times. The ribs I used were anywhere from 1 1/4 – 1 1/2 inches thick, so that’s the thickness I’d recommend buying.
BBQ Sauce: Technically the BBQ sauce is optional, and it really is flavorful enough without it (and a bit healthier). That being said, I really love BBQ sauce on my ribs, and there are two ways you can use it in this recipe.
I like to dip the baked ribs in BBQ sauce, but if you love sticky ribs, then you can also coat the ribs in BBQ sauce after you bake them, but before you broil them. Broiling them in the BBQ sauce will caramelize it on and makes it taste pretty amazing!
How To Bake Country Style Ribs
Start by preheating the oven. Next, mix the homemade spice blend together in a small bowl. (See the recipe card below for the full printable instructions.)
Lay the boneless pork ribs out in a single layer in a casserole dish, and sprinkle half of the spice blend over them. Rub the spice blend into the ribs so that it really sticks to them as they bake.
Flip the ribs over, and sprinkle the remaining spice rub on the second side. Massage the spices into the ribs, then bake them uncovered in the preheated oven.
After you cook the ribs, transfer them to rimmed baking sheet lined in aluminum foil (leaving the juices behind). If you’re going to coat the ribs in barbecue sauce, do that now. Broil the ribs until they’re cooked through with a golden and slightly crispy exterior.
Alternatively, you can also skip the broiling and crisp the ribs up in an air fryer instead. See the recipe card below for the full written instructions, including ingredient amounts, cooking times, and helpful tips, etc.
How Long Do Boneless Ribs Take In The Oven?
These boneless ribs only take 35 minutes in the oven! I think the texture is amazing even with the quick cook time (being able to bake them that quickly really is the beauty of this recipe).
If you want totally fall-apart tender country style ribs, this is how you’d adjust the cooking time (the temperature remains the same). Cover the dish in aluminum foil, then bake them for 2 to 2 1/2 hours (or until the ribs are fork tender, checking them at the 2 hour mark). Then proceed with the broiling instructions.
I found that the best temperature to bake boneless pork ribs at is 325 F. That temperature was still low enough that the ribs didn’t dry out, but high enough that I was able to cook them relatively quickly.
How To Cook Country Style Ribs In The Oven Fast
This recipe is written to cook as quickly as possible (while still having a delicious moist texture). It only has to bake for 35 minutes!
What Are Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs?
Country-style ribs aren’t actually ribs! This cut of pork actually comes from the shoulder area of the pig. It’s a muscular part at the end of the loin that is fatty.
They got their name because the flavor and consistency of this cut of meat is similar to baby back ribs or spare ribs once they’re finished cooking. Depending on where you are, they can also be called Western ribs.
At What Temp Are Country Style Ribs Done Cooking?
Pork is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 F on an instant read meat thermometer. Since this cut of meat is fatty with a lot of marbling, it will taste even more amazing if you let it reach a higher internal temperature though.
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BEST Boneless Pork Ribs in Oven Recipe {Baked Country Style Ribs}
Deliciously tender baked boneless country style pork ribs are ready in only 40 minutes! You'll love this quick and easy recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
- 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 pounds country style ribs*
- BBQ sauce (optional, for coating before broiling, or dipping with the finished ribs)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 F (162 C).
- To a small bowl, add all the dry spices. Mix until fully combined.
- Place the country style ribs in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish. Sprinkle about half of the rub on top of the ribs, and massage it into the ribs. Flip the ribs over, and repeat with the remaining spice blend on the second side.
- Place the casserole dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.**
- While the ribs are baking, prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.
- Transfer the ribs to the lined baking sheet (optional - if you’re coating the ribs in BBQ sauce, do that now)***. Broil them in the oven for 4-5 minutes (or until the ribs are golden with a slightly crispy exterior).
- Remove the ribs from the oven and check the internal temperature using an instant read meat thermometer (ribs are done when they read 145 F internally). Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite BBQ sauce and desired sides.
Notes
*The country style ribs I used were 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 inches thick. The thickness of your ribs will affect the cook time.
**I love the texture of these ribs as the recipe is written, but if you want totally fall-apart tender country style ribs, this is how you’d adjust the cooking time (the temperature remains the same). Cover the dish in aluminum foil, then bake for 2 to 2 1/2 hours (or until the ribs are fall-apart tender, checking them at the 2 hour mark). Then proceed with the broiling instructions.
***These ribs are super flavorful without coating them in BBQ sauce, but if you want the sticky sweet texture and flavor, you can coat them in BBQ sauce just before broiling them. I normally don’t, and just use BBQ sauce as a dipping sauce, but the recipe will work both ways.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1/5Amount Per Serving: Calories: 394Total Fat: 15.6gCarbohydrates: 2.7gFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gProtein: 57.1g
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate. The optional BBQ sauce is not included in the nutrition information.
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34 thoughts on “Boneless Pork Ribs in Oven Recipe”
I don’t usually buy/cook boneless meats. But I just happen to have some boneless country style ribs in the freezer. I thawed them out for Sunday dinner but I wasn’t sure how to season them. So glad I came across your recipe. The seasoning was tasty and perfect. I decided to bake the ribs for at least 2 hours then brushed them with some regular Sweet Baby Ray’s and those ribs turned out just the way I like em.
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe sweetie. You are a life saver. Take care
at what temperature did you use for the slow cooking?
This is an AMAZING recipe! I cut out the cayenne pepper… baked then broiled them on a sheet pan. DELICIOUS!!!! Thank you 😊
Love this recipe and the cooking directions. Spices that everyone has in their spice rack.
I did the fast cooking way. They came out tender, juicy and crisp.
I’m going to try the slow way next time.
I tried this recipe a couple of weeks ago. I never buy ribs or boneless ribs to cook at home. Found a great sale, followed this recipe and now I’m back. It was so delicious and perfect timing. It was so good and it made me wonder why I’ve never cooked ribs before. I will be coming back to this recipe over and over. Thank you for taking the time to share this recipe.
The best flavored ribs I’ve had in a long long time, this is definitely going to be a favorite, I slowed cooked in oven at 300 degrees, removed from oven after 3 hours to coat ribs with bbq sauce for the last hour at 275 degrees, they were that tender they almost melt in your mouth. I used crushed red pepper flakes instead of cayenne pepper, cayenne and I don’t get along at all, lol. Give this recipe a try, I promise you will not be disappointed!
Trying for the first time. Will leave a review after dinner. The rub smells amazing!
I didn’t use bbq sauce. Just S&P, garlic, onion powder. I used the timing and the temperature from this recipe and it was spot on!
Made these tonight. Wonderful recipe! The ribs were perfect. I did the longer cook time option.
Did the Ribs tonight & they were great would love more of your recipes thks Billy
Made these today and they did not disappoint! Cooked for 2 hours at 325. Would probably leave out the salt next time.
Cover or leave uncovered and did anyone brown the outside of the ribs first!
Hi Laura, I cooked them uncovered. I haven’t tried browning the outside first, but if you try that, please let me know how it goes! -Alexa
I think the ribs will dry out if you brown them first. Best to broil them on a baking sheet once they are done. You can cover or uncover.
i just made this for dinner and it was delicious. Neither my husband nor me care for barbeque sauce but it was still delicious. I served it with cole slaw and beans (baked beans and black beans mixed together). Definitely will make this again!
Soooooo good!
Thanks for this awesome recipe!
Perfect and delish.
Let me preface by saying I don’t normally leave reviews. I normally tweak something within the recipe and feel it’s unfair to comment. This one I followed to a T, and I’m so glad I did. My kids are eating me out of house and home so I used four slabs of boneless country styles. Rubbed, flipped, rubbed and off they went. Broiled the bbq sauce after. I even hooked up the dang printer to print this one out. Thanks for the great recipe. Off to search the site for more goodies now.
Hi Annie, Thanks so much for the feedback – I’m so happy to hear your family loved this recipe! -Alexa
Absolutely phenomenal ribs! Made these lastnight and they were a huge hit! I made in oven with just the recipe dry rib…..3 hours at 325, uncovered. Great recipe.
I hope to try this tomorrow it sounds great because I am so tired of my cooking. Going to try it just as you suggest. Thank you very much.
Don’t have enough time to do the 2-hour ribs, however I would like them to be melt in your mouth soft. I’m going to try cooking them open for about 20 minutes and then finishing them covered for an hour. I’ll let you know how it goes….
How did this work out for you?
Right? I’m in similar predicament. I guess I’m going to be the test dummy myself as still no answer. Lol
Made this today. So easy and so good! I had all the ingredients on hand, except I used garlic salt and omitted the regular salt. I cooked it covered with foil on 325F for 1:58 and it was perfect. I was grooming the dog and didn’t want to make anything I had to watch closely. Put it in the big Breville toaster oven and it shuts off when time is up. Used bbq just as a side sauce. I will keep and share this recipe.
I thought I had boneless spare ribs turned out they had bones in them. I followed the recipe but cooked them for 2 hrs. We used Stubbs original BBQ sauce which I brushed on before broiling. My family loved them and they were fall off the bone tender. I will definetly make these again.
Thank you
Well saw a good deal on boneless country ribs. Very pretty and quite lean. But what to do with them. Found this recipe. Screwed up the amounts of spices on the rub. Then wasn’t watching closely when I set my convection oven so they cooked longer. Don’t know exactly how long. The end result was the most delicious pork ribs. I couldn’t believe how good they were.
Now I wonder what else I can use the rub on. Perhaps chicken or fish might work too. It was so fast to prepare and so good to eat. If I do the rub right, they will surely be even better. Thank you so much for the recipe. I do well with baby backs but my pork chops can’t measure up to moms. Glad for a good pork recipe.
Holy crap, these are amazing. I had the time so I cooked for 2 hours but followed everything else to a T. The seasoning is on POINT! Definitely saving this recipe forever.
6pm: so, I am doing just 1 1/2 pounds. I am cooking it covered for 1 hour then will uncover for the last bit. Hope the hybrid version is good, I don’t have 2-2.5 hrs from finding this recipe to serving dinner. Will let you know how it goes.
7:30pm: I ended up cooking uncovered for the last 15 minutes–very flavorful, it got a bit over done for my taste. 5 minutes would have been enough to finish it. I did not use a bbq sauce, but made baked beans with a bit of bbq sauce in it. a good complement.
Oh, i also squirted Lemon on the pork– a touch a recommend.
The seasoning mix is a definite keeper.
This recipe is one I will keep. It is delicious. Thank you
I decided to try this recipe with a slight modification because my wife can’t really take hot. Cut the spice down to half and added a little brown sugar and only coated one side with light baby rays and broiled them. Delicious!! Thanks for sharing, this recipe is a hit at our home now and will be made again in the near future.
These were FANTASTIC! So much flavor and cooked to perfection! I only had ancho chili so I threw some of that in there and did about an hour in the oven (I only had 1.30 pounds of meat) and it was incredible.
I’ll be trying these tonight. I can’t wait!!
I followed the recipe to the letter, and it was great, even my picky husband liked it. Thank you for sharing with us. I will definately make these ribs again.
This is my go to recipe for boneless country style ribs.
I have made these at least 10 times, and everyone loves it.
Easy, peasy and so. good.