Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot
Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot yield juicy, fall-off-the-bone meat infused with hickory-style seasoning and a touch of smoky depth. A quick broil sets a sticky barbecue glaze that balances sweet and savory notes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual weekend cookout when you want big flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 27 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 69 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 17
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 6
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Pour water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and place the trivet inside.
- 2
Generously sprinkle hickory smoke seasoning over the frozen ribs; place the ribs on the trivet. Close and lock the lid.
- 3
Choose high pressure following the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 4
Release the pressure using the natural-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- 5
Preheat the oven broiler. Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- 6
Move the ribs to a rimmed baking sheet. Brush them with barbecue sauce. Broil for 4 to 5 minutes until glazed.
- Calories 653.97 kcal High 33%
- Protein 68.39 g Good Source 137%
- Carbohydrate 8.55 g 3%
- Total Fat 35.86 g High 46%
- Saturated Fat 13.01 g High 65%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 244.12 mg High 81%
- Sodium 491.75 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 1.04 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 6.17 g --
- Added Sugars 5.59 g Moderate 11%
- Calcium 100.5 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.21 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 1005.06 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 24.1 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 0.92 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot is made with 4 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baby Back Ribs, Barbecue Sauce, Barbecue Seasoning, and Water. Each serving provides about 653.97 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot made of?
- The main ingredients are Baby Back Ribs, Barbecue Sauce, Barbecue Seasoning, Water. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 653.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot healthy?
- Frozen Baby Back Ribs in the Instant Pot has an easyChef Pro health score of 33/100. Per serving, it provides 653.97 calories and 68.39 g of protein, or 137% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 491.75 mg (21% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 13.01 g (65% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.59 g (11% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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