Step 1

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and cut each rack of ribs in half so that they fit easily in the slow cooker.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley.

Step 3

Sprinkle the dry rub over each side of the ribs and use your hands to press it into the meat.

Step 4

Add the apple cider to the bottom of a slow cooker and place the ribs in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Cook, covered, on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.

Step 6

When ribs are nearly falling apart, carefully remove them from the slow cooker to a large baking sheet. Brush with barbecue sauce.

Step 7

Place under the broiler until the sauce has thickened and begun to caramelize, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve immediately.