Fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs. Easy to make on a charcoal or gas grill. Step-by-step instructions on how to make BBQ ribs on the grill, topped with sweet & tangy honey chipotle barbecue sauce.
They’re perfect for serving a crowd at your next backyard BBQ. Grilled Ribs is our go-to recipe for grilling the perfect BBQ ribs every time!
The weather has been so beautiful and we’ve been firing up the grill nearly every night. I love grilling outdoors and leaving the mess behind. Plus, it’s so easy to create flavorful meals in no time flat!
Try making your own homemade Barbecue Sauce or Peach Barbecue Sauce. This BBQ ribs recipe is simple to make. We also love seasoning these ribs with our BBQ spice rub.
Have you ever cooked them on the grill? I’ll walk you through exactly how to cook ribs on the grill and have them fall off the bone!
Temperature to Cook Ribs on the Grill
- Heat your gas or charcoal grill to medium (about 250-300 degrees F) Sprinkle with desired seasonings. Grill for about 1 ½ to 2 hours over indirect heat until tender.
- Baste with barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes or so and cook over direct heat, on low to medium. Carefully watch the ribs so they do not burn.
- Use tongs to turn the ribs frequently and baste with additional sauce as they finish cooking.
Whether you’re using a charcoal or gas grill, your results will be excellent!
I mean, how good do these ribs look?! Also try my Whiskey Marinated Steak, Best Chicken Marinade, Citrus Marinated Chicken, and Whiskey Grilled Chicken.
Get grilling outdoors and enjoy the nice weather! I’m excited about hosting many backyard gatherings this summer! We love making Tomato Bruschetta for family picnics too!
For more grilling and picnic recipes be sure and try Barbecue Ribs, Grilled Pork Chops, Homestyle Chili, Baked Beans, Chicken Fajitas, and BBQ Pulled Pork.
How to cook Corn on the Grill
I bought corn that was partially shucked, so the silk was removed. I simply wrapped 4 ears in aluminum foil and placed them on the grill with my ribs. Rotate the package of corn a few times as it cooks.
The aluminum foil helps steam the corn and keeps it moist. Cook in the foil for about 20-25 minutes. Then unwrap and set the corn directly on the grill to get some great grill marks. Use rubber tipped tongs to easily turn the corn!
Take the corn off the grill and top with Parmesan herb butter: 2 tablespoons thyme and rosemary leaves minced mixed with 1 stick butter and 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with your ribs!
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Honey Balsamic Chipotle Ribs
Ingredients
Barbecue Ribs
- 1 rack St Louis Style Ribs or Back Ribs
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
BBQ Sauce for Ribs
- 2 cups barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
- ¾ cup balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Barbecue Ribs
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Gently use a sharp knife to cut the membrane on a rib bone and get it to lift a little. Then use a clean, dry paper towel to tear it and remove from the back of the rack of ribs.
- Heat your gas or charcoal grill to medium (about 300 degrees F).
- Sprinkle both sides of the ribs with brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Gently rub in with your fingers.
- Grill for about 1 ½ to 2 hours over indirect heat until ribs are tender. Use tongs to turn the ribs about every 20 minutes or so.
- In a large bowl, combine barbecue sauce, ground chipotle, balsamic vinegar, and honey.
- Baste with honey balsamic chipotle barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes or so and cook over direct heat, on low to medium. Carefully watch the ribs so they do not burn. Use tongs to turn the ribs frequently and baste with additional sauce as they finish cooking.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy with grilled corn and other seasonal vegetables.
Tiffany says
These sweet and spicy ribs look delicious! Ribs are not something we usually grill. However, I will have to give them a try. The grilled corn is perfect with the ribs.
Hannah Marie says
I honestly haven’t tried cooking ribs on the grill. This looks so delicious. Perfect for special nights!
Jessica Robinson says
Hannah,
Cooking ribs on the grill is super easy! Don’t be afraid! You’ll love them!
Lesley says
Oh yum! Two of my favorite things – ribs and corn. I’ll have to pick some up this week to give this a try.
Jessica Robinson says
Leslie,
Ribs and corn go hand in hand!! So glad you’ll be trying my recipe this weekend!
crystal carder says
These ribs look delicious! I am always looking for ways to spice up old recipes and I think my husband would love these.
Jessica Robinson says
Thanks so much Crystal for stopping by! I bet he’ll be loving these yummy ribs!
Athena says
I am totally not a rib (really not a meat) eater. But, the rest of my family totally is so I still make them and I am always looking for new rib recipes. I think they would love this especially on the grill while camping!
Danielle Fox says
I pinned this! I make ribs several times per year but always in the oven using steam to get them to fall off the bone. I am going to give it a whirl and try the grill this summer now!
Jessica Robinson says
Danielle,
I was the same way! But, making them on the grill is super easy and so flavorful. Plus you’ll leave the mess behind! Happy Grilling!
kumamonjeng says
I love Honey Balsamic Chipotle Ribs as I enjoy the sweet and little spice of the flavor. Thanks for the recipe and I would love to try it out myself for this coming weekends.
Stephanie Simmons says
I’m usually not a huge fan of ribs but these ones look so good that I’ll just have to try them!
Jessica Robinson says
Stephanie,
Thanks so much! These ribs are delish! Be sure and check out some of my other recipes for the grill!
Reesa Lewandowski says
I am always looking for a delicious new way to enjoy ribs. This sounds like a winner!
Jessica Robinson says
Reesa,
Thanks so much for visiting!! These ribs are finger licking delicious!! Hope you enjoy them as much as we did!
Kristy Bullard says
I will have to make these for my husband since ribs are his favorite. This recipe sounds wonderful!
Jessica Robinson says
Kristy,
I guarantee you he’ll love these! So easy to make and very flavorful! Thanks for visiting!
Sara Lehman says
These ribs look yummy! I bet the smell when they are cooking is fabulous! I don’t grill often, but now I am in the mood to!
Sarah Bailey says
Now this sounds like one delicious rack of ribs! I love how you have flavoured it – I most definitely need to try it for myself.
Jessica Robinson says
Sarah,
Thanks for visiting! These ribs are moist and super flavorful, you’re gonna love them!
Femi. O says
Yaaas! Ribs! No summer’s complete without them although I will confess I’ve had them pretty all year round! Yours are absolutely calling my name, they look so good!
Jessica Robinson says
Femi, Thanks so much for stopping by! You’re gonna love these for sure!
Julie says
I love to grill, but I’ve never actually done ribs on the grill. I have to remedy that this summer – these look AMAZING!
Jessica Robinson says
Julie,
Don’t be scare of the grill with ribs! It’s so easy and you’ll be loving the flavor!
Jessica (swanky recipes) says
The husband love ribs and always asks me to make them. I don’t have enough flavorful recipes to try and he’ll love this one much more than Chili’s ribs!
Jessica Robinson says
Thanks for stopping by Jessica! These are way more tasty than Chili’s ribs!