🥩 Easy Made Instant Pot Pork Chops

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🍽️ Savory | 🧄 Flavor-Packed | ⏱ Weeknight-Friendly

If you’ve been looking for a way to make pork chops that are melt-in-your-mouth tender without babysitting the stove, your Instant Pot is about to become your new best friend. This recipe delivers perfectly cooked chops smothered in a savory gravy — all in under 30 minutes.

Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, family meals, or impressing guests without the stress.

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Pork Chops Recipe

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus pressure build/release)
• Serves: 4
• Budget-Friendly: Around $10 for the whole meal
• Flavor Profile: Savory, herby, and comforting
• Perfect For: Busy nights, meat-and-potatoes fans, comfort food cravings

Instant Pot Pork Chops Ingredients – Simple but Flavorful

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

How to Make Instant Pot Pork Chops – Juicy Every Time

Step 1: Season and Sear

Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set Instant Pot to Sauté, add olive oil, and sear each chop 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Build the Flavor Base

Add onions and garlic to the pot, sauté for 1–2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.

Step 3: Pressure Cook to Perfection

Return pork chops to the pot. Lock the lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on High for 8 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.

Step 4: Make the Gravy

Remove chops to a plate and keep warm. Switch to Sauté, stir in cornstarch slurry, and cook 2–3 minutes until thickened. Spoon gravy over chops before serving.

Serving Ideas for Instant Pot Pork Chops

• With creamy mashed potatoes and green beans
• Over egg noodles for a rustic twist
• Alongside roasted carrots or steamed broccoli
• With crusty bread to soak up every drop of gravy

What Everyone’s Saying About This Recipe

“Best pork chops I’ve ever made! So tender and the gravy is heavenly.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Laura P.

“I love how quick and easy this is. My kids devoured it!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – James K.

“This recipe made me fall back in love with pork chops. Instant Pot magic!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Mia R.

🥩 Instant Pot Pork Chops – Juicy, Tender, and Ready in Minutes

Say goodbye to dry, overcooked pork chops! These Instant Pot Pork Chops are tender, flavorful, and infused with a savory sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. With the magic of the Instant Pot, dinner comes together fast — perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops about 1-inch thick
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 small onion sliced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme optional

Equipment

• Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
• Cutting board & sharp knife
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Method

 

1. Season pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Turn Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil. Brown pork chops 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Add onions and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine.
5. Return pork chops to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Sprinkle thyme on top if using.
6. Seal the lid and cook on Manual/Pressure Cook high for 8 minutes.
7. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
8. Remove pork chops, let rest for 2 minutes, and serve with sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate pork chops for 30 minutes before cooking.

Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.

Leftovers store in the fridge for 3 days and reheat gently to maintain juiciness.

FAQ – Instant Pot Pork Chops

Pair your juicy pork chops with a refreshing side to balance the richness. Try this Easy Cucumber Caprese Salad — crisp, light, and perfectly fresh alongside a savory pork chop.