Best 12 Instant Pot Pork Chops Recipes

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Pork chops are a versatile and affordable cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. This article provides three delicious and easy-to-follow recipes for instant pot pork chops. The first recipe is for classic instant pot pork chops, which are seasoned with a simple blend of salt, pepper, and garlic powder and cooked in a flavorful broth. The second recipe is for instant pot pork chops with applesauce, which adds a touch of sweetness and tang to the dish. The third recipe is for instant pot pork chops with a creamy mushroom sauce, which is rich and decadent and perfect for a special occasion. All three recipes are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, and they're all made in the instant pot, which means they're quick and easy to prepare.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® PORK CHOPS



Instant Pot® Pork Chops image

Needed a quick way to cook tender pork chops and this method did it! It took about 10 minutes and my husband and 6-year-old daughter fought over the leftovers!

Provided by LDMKitchen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pork chops
3 tablespoons butter
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)
1 cup apple juice

Steps:

  • Place pork chops in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); top with butter. Sprinkle onion soup mix over pork chops. Pour in apple juice.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 702.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

FROZEN PORK CHOPS IN THE INSTANT POT®



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When the main component of dinner is frozen solid, it's often easier to order carry-out, but this recipe takes advantage of frozen pork chops. I buy my seasonings from the Savory Spice® Shop, although feel free to use what you have on hand.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon garlic base (such as Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Garlic Base)
½ cup water
2 teaspoons all-purpose seasoning (such as Savory Spice® Wash Park Seasoning)
1 ½ teaspoons shallot salt (such as Savory Spice® Supreme Shallot Salt)
1 ¼ pounds bone-in, thick-cut, frozen pork chops
6 ounces portobello mushrooms, quartered
¼ cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon browning sauce

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add butter once the pot is hot. Add onion and stir frequently until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add garlic base and pour in water. Stir to combine.
  • Mix all-purpose seasoning and shallot salt together in a bowl and sprinkle on both sides of the pork chops. Nestle pork chops on top of the onion. Hit Cancel. Seal and lock the lid into place.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 13 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 12 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Remove pork chops to a plate. Hit Cancel and switch to Saute function. Add mushrooms and stir.
  • Whisk whipping cream, flour, and browning sauce together in a measuring cup. Add mixture to the Instant Pot®. Allow to thicken slightly, about 3 minutes. Ladle mushroom gravy on top of pork chops. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 76.6 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 804.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

INSTANT POT PORK CHOPS AND POTATOES



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A complete one pot meal that you will love if you are a meat and potato fan. Cooking time does not include the heating and cooling of the instant pot; app. 45 minutes

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
2 3/4 inches thick pork chops
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, and pepper to taste
1 onion, chopped
1 cup baby carrots (to taste)
6 mushrooms, sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup chicken broth
2 potatoes, cut in 1/2
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with garlic salt and ground black pepper.
  • Punch sauté over high heat on your instant Pot. Melt butter and add oil. when hot brownpork chops on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to a plate.
  • Saute onion and mushroom garlic until fragrant; add carrots; cook another 2 minutes; add broth and stir together. Return pork chops to the pressure cooker pot. Set a steamer basket on top of the pork chops and place potatoes in the basket.
  • Cover the pressure cooker with the lid, lock the lid, bring the cooker to high pressure, and cook for 15 minutes. Release pressure from the pot according to the manufacturer's instructions. Remove potatoes, pork chops and vegetables.
  • Bring cooker to Sauté; mix corn starch and water and thicken the boiling broth.

INSTANT POT® PORK CHOPS AND GRAVY



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I seldom use canned soup, but I make an exception for this. So moist and tender, pure comfort food!

Provided by Bren

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon avocado oil, or more as needed
5 bone-in pork chops, trimmed of fat
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
¼ cup dry white wine
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 ¼ cups water
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce (such as Bragg®)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in the pot of an electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) set on the Saute function.
  • Season pork chops with black pepper. Cook 2 to 3 chops in the hot oil, flipping halfway, until browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Move to a plate; sear the remaining chops and place on a plate.
  • Add garlic to the pot and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Deglaze the bottom of the pot with wine, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until sauce is reduced by half, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir mushroom soup and 1 1/4 cup water into the pot with the sauce. Simmer until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add the seared pork chops and turn to coat. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 18 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Remove chops from the pot.
  • Mix 1/4 cup water and flour together; add slurry to the pot. Select Saute function and cook until gravy is thickened, about 3 minutes. Add soy sauce and stir well. Return chops to the pot and turn to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 488.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

PORK CHOPS & RICE IN AN INSTANT POT OR PRESSURE COOKER RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Pork Chops & Rice in an Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by lindaauman

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pork chops, about 1/2 inch thick each
Olive oil, or bacon grease
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
3 cups chicken or beef broth
1 can cream of mushroom with roasted garlic soup
Salt and pepper or Cavender's Greek Seasoning

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with salt and pepper. (I use Cavender's instead.) Set pot to saute', add oil, and brown two chops on ONE side only; remove to plate and brown the other two chops on one side only. While the last two chops are browning, put in the onion and scrape it around the bottom of the pan (around the chops) to sort of deglaze. Remove chops to plate. Pour a small amount of the broth into the pot and scrape bottom to deglaze. Add rice, remainder of broth, pork chops, then soup. High pressure for 12 minutes. Unplug and natural release for 5 minutes. Quick release remainder of pressure. Unplug and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove lid. Remove chops and stir rice. Serve. If you'd like to use brown rice instead of white rice in the same pot with chops. BROWN RICE 1 ½ cups long grain brown rice 3 cups liquid High pressure 33 minutes Quick release. Let pot steam 10 minutes. Remove lid. Stir rice.

INSTANT POT® SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS



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Pork chop meal prepared in an Instant Pot® that can be prepped and frozen ahead of time.

Provided by Kim Wheeler

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (1-inch thick) pork chops
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with garlic powder, seasoned salt, oregano, onion powder, and pepper.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Melt butter in the hot pot. Add pork chops, working in two batches if necessary, and sear until crispy and brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the chops to a plate. Pour in vegetable broth, and deglaze, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
  • Place a trivet at the bottom of the inner pot and stack the pork chops on top. You do not want the pork chops resting in the liquid or the seasoning will wash off. Close and lock the lid and turn the pressure valve to Sealing. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for at least 10 minutes. Remove the pork chops and let rest while you make the gravy.
  • Select Saute function on the Instant Pot®. Whisk sour cream into the broth and allow the liquid to simmer, stirring occasionally, until gravy reduces by half and thickens, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour gravy over chops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 92.6 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 475.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

INSTANT POT CINNAMON-APPLE PORK CHOPS



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These pork chops are a fantastic way to take advantage of fall flavors. If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger. Or, you can just skip the spice mixture and add a second cinnamon stick.

Provided by Audrey Johns

Categories     HarperCollins     Dinner     Pork     Pork Chop     Apple     Fall     Cinnamon     Sage

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 (1-inch-thick) boneless pork chops
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Granny Smith apples, sliced
1 cinnamon stick
2 sage leaves, minced
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Set the Instant Pot to "sauté, medium heat." Once it reads "hot," add the oil and pork chops, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, and brown for 5 minutes, turning them over halfway through.
  • Transfer the pork chops to a plate. Add the apples, cinnamon stick, sage, pumpkin pie spice, applesauce, and water to the pot. Mix to combine and return the pork chops to the pot.
  • Cover and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  • Remove the pork chops and half the apples to a plate to rest. Set the pot to "sauté, medium heat" and cook to boil down the sauce until thickened, about 10 minutes. Pour the sauce over the pork chops and apples and serve.

INSTANT POT® DIJON PORK CHOPS



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You may find these quick and easy pork chops packed with flavor are one of your favorite dinners.

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine salt, pepper, and thyme in a small bowl. Sprinkle spice mixture over both sides of the pork chops, rubbing in and pressing down.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and when hot, add pork chops and brown for 3 minutes per side. Remove chops and set aside. Pour in wine and chicken stock. Stir and deglaze the bottom of the pan and allow the liquid to slightly reduce and the alcohol to cook off, about 3 minutes. Turn off Saute function.
  • Add chops back to the pot, close and lock the lid, and set the pressure valve to sealing. Select Manual high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions, and set the timer for 5 minutes, allowing 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove pork chops to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Turn on Saute function. Cook for about 1 minute to reduce liquid; stir in Dijon mustard and garlic powder. Gradually stir in butter until well incorporated, about 3 minutes. Add pork chops back to the pot, coating with the sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 841 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

INSTANT POT® COCONUT CURRY PORK CHOPS



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Dinner can be done in under 30 minutes with a handful of ingredients and a pressure cooker. I love serving this with coconut jasmine rice.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (1/2 inch thick) bone-in pork chops
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons red curry paste
4 teaspoons coconut oil
½ cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon arrowroot powder
2 wedges lime, or to taste

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Stir in curry paste and coconut oil. Whisk in coconut milk. Place pork chops into the cooker and cancel Saute function.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 12 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Ladle out 1 tablespoon curry sauce. Whisk in arrowroot powder to create a slurry. Pour slurry into the pot. Turn on Saute function and cook until surry sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes. Squeeze lime wedges in to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 40.6 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 764.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

INSTANT POT® HONEY-SOY PORK CHOPS



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Instant Pot® pork chops. Serve with potatoes.

Provided by Rob McPhee

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon salted butter
2 slices bacon, chopped
4 (6 ounce) bone-in center-cut pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup cold water
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add butter and bacon; saute until bacon is cooked but not quite crispy, about 5 minutes. Add pork chops and sear for about 1 minute on each side. Gently stir in honey, soy sauce, and garlic.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer pork chops to a plate and switch back to Saute function.
  • Whisk cold water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; pour into the pot. Cook and stir until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Pour sauce over pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1071.5 mg, Sugar 35.1 g

INSTANT POT® BLACK BEAN PORK CHOPS



Instant Pot® Black Bean Pork Chops image

These quick and tasty pork chops are made with black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies. They are perfect served with rice and topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 (8 ounce) thick-cut boneless pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup chicken broth
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
4 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Mix chili powder, cumin, and onion powder together and sprinkle on pork chops, rubbing the spices into the meat.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function; add olive oil. Sear pork chops until they are nicely browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove pork chops and add chicken broth to deglaze and scrape up any bits of food on the bottom of the pan. Turn off Saute function. Add pork chops back to the pot, top with black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies, and stir slightly.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Serve the pork chops with the black beans and tomatoes, and top with 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1/2 tablespoon chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 832.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

INSTANT POT® SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS



Instant Pot® Smothered Pork Chops image

Best. Instant Pot®. Recipe. Ever. This delicious pork chop dinner recipe puts all of the magical appliance's skills to good use, from sautéing, to pressure cooking, to making a sauce. Prepare yourself-you're about to become an Instant Pot® master chef!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
8 oz mushrooms, thinly sliced (3 cups)
1 cup sliced yellow onions
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 (3/4-inch thick) bone-in pork loin chops (1 3/4 lb)
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ roasted garlic mashed potatoes, prepared as directed on pouch
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Steps:

  • On 6-quart Instant Pot®, select SAUTE; adjust to normal. Melt butter in insert. Add mushrooms, onions, thyme, pepper and salt; cook 11 to 13 minutes or until mushrooms are lightly browned and onions soften. Select CANCEL. Stir in broth and soy sauce; continue to stir 30 to 60 seconds to remove browned bits from bottom of insert.
  • Add pork chops to mixture in insert. Secure lid; set pressure valve to SEALING. Select MANUAL; cook on high pressure 2 minutes. Select CANCEL. Set pressure valve to VENTING to quick-release pressure. Internal temperature of pork should be at least 145°F using instant-read thermometer. If pork is not done, select MANUAL and cook on high pressure 1 to 2 minutes longer. Select CANCEL. Set pressure valve to VENTING to quick-release pressure.
  • Remove pork chops, and place on plate; cover with foil to keep warm.
  • In small bowl, beat whipping cream and cornstarch with whisk. Select SAUTE; adjust to normal. Heat liquid to simmering. Beat in cornstarch mixture with whisk; cook 30 to 60 seconds, beating frequently, until thickened. Select CANCEL. Serve over pork chops with potatoes. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1390 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust on your pork chops, sear them in a hot skillet before cooking them in the Instant Pot.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check if the pork chops are done by cutting into the thickest part of the pork chop. The internal temperature should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • To make a quick and easy sauce for your pork chops, deglaze the Instant Pot with some chicken broth or apple cider vinegar. Then, add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
  • Serve your pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Instant Pot pork chops are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a little bit of preparation, you can have a flavorful and juicy pork chop dinner on the table in no time.

So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Instant Pot pork chops a try. You won't be disappointed!

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