Feast your taste buds on a Southern comfort food classic made easy in the Instant Pot – smothered pork chops. This delectable dish combines tender, juicy pork chops smothered in a rich, flavorful gravy made from scratch. The gravy is a perfect blend of spices, herbs, and vegetables, simmered to perfection to create a savory sauce that elevates the pork chops to a whole new level. Serve these smothered pork chops over mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite sides for a satisfying and comforting meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
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INSTANT POT® SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
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
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® SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
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
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:
- To save time, use pre-cut pork chops.
- For a thicker sauce, use a cornstarch slurry.
- To make a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or milk.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Conclusion:
This Instant Pot Smothered Pork Chops recipe is an easy and delicious way to make a classic comfort food dish. The pork chops are juicy and tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. The best part is that it can be made in just 30 minutes! So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.
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