These Instant Pot pork chops come out tender, juicy, and full of amazing flavor in a fraction of the time it would take to bake them in the oven. Make easy gravy from leftover cooking sauce and incorporate it into an easy weeknight meal.
Why you’ll love this Instant Pot pork chops recipe
We love pork in our house, so once you taste these juicy Instant Pot pork chops, you’ll want them in your regular rotation! Pressure cooking is the easiest way to make amazingly flavorful, tender, and juicy pork chops. This recipe is as follows:
Full of flavor. Just mix some simple seasonings and cook in a pressure cooker. Pressure cooking locks in the seasonings and juices, resulting in juicy, flavorful pork that melts in your mouth with every bite. quick. Save time baking in the oven for your holiday ham. The Instant Pot makes cooking pork super quick and easy, making it perfect for weeknights when you want dinner on the table. No mess. You can avoid the oil splatters and cleanup that come with frying in a frying pan. This recipe for making pork chops in the Instant Pot is a hands-free, no-mess dinner.
Materials needed
Let’s take a quick look at the main materials needed. Don’t forget to refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for full ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
Pork chops – I use thick cut (1 inch thick) boneless pork chops. If you use bone-in chops, you will need to increase the cooking time by a few minutes. Brown sugar seasoning – garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Olive Oil Chicken Soup – or Beef Soup. Worcestershire sauce – or soy sauce. Cornstarch – To make a thickening slurry. Finally the gravy.
Can you cook frozen pork chops in the Instant Pot?
yes! If you have frozen pork chops and are in a hurry, you can still use them for this recipe. If you’re cooking frozen pork chops in the Instant Pot, skip the searing step and add about 5 minutes to the cooking time. When cooking from frozen, the IP will take longer to come to pressure.
How to make pork chops in a pressure cooker
These Instant Pot pork chops are super juicy and can be served with anything. Keep scrolling for quick offer suggestions. First, let’s pressure cook the pork chops.
Season the pork. First, generously sprinkle the chops with a simple pork seasoning made with brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Grill the pork. Next, use the sauté setting on your Instant Pot to sear the pork chops in a little oil. When both sides are nicely browned, remove the chops and set aside.
Deglaze. Pour in the soup and use a spatula (not metal) to gently lift any stuck bits from the bottom of the pot. combine. Add the Worcestershire sauce and return the chops to the Instant Pot.
Cook. Seal the lid and cook the pork chops on high pressure for 10 minutes, then let them air out for 10 minutes. Make the gravy. Quickly release any remaining pressure, open the lid and remove the chops. Set the IP to sauté and whisk in the cornstarch and water slurry to thicken the remaining liquid in the pan. serve! Serve pork chops, drizzle with gravy, and serve with your favorite accompaniments. See below for some of our favorite meal ideas.
How long do you cook pork chops in the Instant Pot?
How many minutes it takes to cook pork chops in the Instant Pot depends on the cuts you use. Here are some simple guidelines.
Boneless Pork Chops – 10 minutes like this recipe. Bone-in pork chops – 15-18 minutes for 3/4-inch to 1-inch thickness. Pork Steak – 1 inch bone-in pork steak for 20 minutes.
In addition to the recommended cooking time, you’ll need to budget for the time it takes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure before the cooking time begins. In most cases, this takes 5 to 15 minutes.
Is it okay to overcook pork in a pressure cooker?
In this case, yes. Unlike pork butts (such as the kind used to make Instant Pot carnitas), which tend to become more tender the longer they cook, pork loin chops have less fat and can be overcooked. Instant Pot pork chops will be tough if overcooked, so be sure to use thick enough pork chops and pay attention to the proper cooking time.
Tips for the best Instant Pot pork chops
Whether you’re a seasoned Instant Pot pro or just getting into the swing of things, I think we can all appreciate a perfectly cooked pork chop. Here are some tips at the end.
First, grill the pork. Browning pork chops before pressure cooking locks in moisture and makes the meat tender and juicy. However, if you use frozen pork chops, you cannot sear them first. Uses thickly sliced ​​pork belly. Thicker cuts are less likely to overcook. We do not recommend cooking thinly sliced ​​(1/4 inch) chops in the Instant Pot. Be careful when opening the lid of the Instant Pot, as the steam will be hot. Use oven mitts if necessary.
How to save and reheat leftovers
Go to the store. Leftover pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the pork chops in a skillet on the stove, or microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through. Freeze. Pork chops can be frozen in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw chops in the refrigerator before reheating.
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explanation
These Instant Pot pork chops are tender, juicy, and full of amazing flavor. Make easy gravy from leftover cooking sauce for a quick weeknight meal.
4 Boneless pork chop (thickly sliced)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken soup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Generously coat both sides of the pork chops with the seasoning. Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the oil. Add the pork chops and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Remove pork chops and set aside. Add chicken stock and deglaze the bottom of the pot. Turn off the Instant Pot. Add the Worcestershire sauce to the chicken soup and return the pork chops to the Instant Pot. Can be placed directly into liquid, no trivet required. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking time has elapsed, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then immediately release any remaining pressure. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside to rest. Turn Instant Pot to sauté mode. Make a slurry of cornstarch and water. Stir slurry into cooking sauce. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Pour the gravy over the pork chops and enjoy.
Precautions
Store tightly closed in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
