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    Home » Main Dishes » Instant Pot Pork Chops

    Dec 1, 2022

    Instant Pot Pork Chops

    Published on Dec 1, 2022. Updated on Dec 23, 2022. By Tayo. This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure. 8 Comments

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    Instant Pot Bone-In Pork Chops pinterest

    This Instant Pot Pork Chops recipe is destined to be one of your favorite dinners. Heavy cream, beef stock, and aromatic spices come together to make a creamy and delicious dish!

    Instant Pot Bone-In Pork Chops
    instant pot pork chops

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It 

    Hearty and easy to toss together, this recipe is one for the books. These bone-in pork chops are very well flavored, and once you taste them, you'll never settle for bland pork chops again.

    Using an instant pot for this recipe is just so convenient and you don't have to worry about dry pork chops anymore. You can be sure it would be flavorful and juicy every time!

    Jump to:
    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It 
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 How To Make This Recipe
    • 🔪 Make it in the Slow Cooker
    • 🥫Storing and Reheating
    • 🍽️ What To Eat With Pork Chops
    • 💭 Tips and Variations
    • 👩‍🍳 Frequently Asked Questions
    • 📚 Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🧾 Ingredients

    picture of pork chops, onions, heavy cream
    • Pork chops: I use ¾ inch bone-in pork chops for this recipe. You can get them from the meat section in your grocery store. You can also use boneless pork chops if you wish.
    • Heavy cream and broth: These form the base for the gravy. I use beef broth, but you can also use chicken broth. You can also use a bit of sour cream in place of heavy cream.
    • Spices: Smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, cumin, and salt.
    • Aromatics: Garlic and onions, to add even more flavor!
    • Parsley or cilantro: to garnish.
    • Olive oil: to fry the onions and garlic. You can substitute it with butter.
    Instant Pot Bone-In Pork Chops
    tender instant pot bone-in pork chops

    🔪 How To Make This Recipe

    1. Chop the onions and garlic and set aside. In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika together. Rub both sides of the pork chops with the salt and pepper mix.
    2. Turn instant pot to saute mode and add olive oil. Add the pork chops to the instant pot and brown them, about 2 minutes per side. 
    3. When done with browning the pork chops, remove them from the instant pot and set aside. Add the chopped garlic and onions and sauté till fragrant.
    4. Pour in your broth and scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pot using a wooden spoon. This is known as 'deglazing your instant pot,' and it is a step you don't want to miss. Not only does it add to the flavor, but it also prevents a burn notice from your instant pot.
    5. Pour in the heavy cream and add browned pork chops. Seal the lid and turn the instant pot to high pressure for 10 minutes. It will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure. Once the timer goes off, allow the instant pot to naturally release all the way.
    6. Remove the pork chops and set aside. Turn the instant pot back to sauté mode. Add the cumin, cayenne (optional), and add more salt if needed. Let it simmer for a few minutes as the liquid reduces a bit to a gravy consistency. Pour the gravy over the pork chops and serve.
    steps to prepare bone-in pork chops
    steps to prepare bone-in pork chops

    This recipe serves 4 and contains 1 net carb per serving.

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    🔪 Make it in the Slow Cooker

    You can make these tender pork chops easily in a slow cooker(crockpot).

    The steps are the same up to when you place the pork chops in the instant pot. Instead, place them in the slow cooker and cook them for 3-4 hours.

    🥫Storing and Reheating

    Store these easy pork chops in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to a month.

    To reheat in the microwave, cover with a damp paper towel over the top. This will keep the pork chops moist and prevent them from drying out. 

    You can also reheat them on the stove using a wide skillet. Just add a little water or broth and simmer on low heat, covered.

    Plate of cauliflower mash and pork chops

    🍽️ What To Eat With Pork Chops

    Pork chops go great with a variety of side dishes or vegetables. You can also eat them with cauliflower rice.

    Some of my other favorite sides are:

    Broccoli Bacon Salad

    Air Fryer Green Beans

    Cauliflower Mash

    Keto Coleslaw

    💭 Tips and Variations

    • I use ¾-inch bone-in chops for this recipe. If you use thicker-sized pork chops, you might have to cook them a bit longer.
    • You can omit the cayenne pepper to make it less spicy.
    • When pressure cooking meats, naturally releasing the pressure causes the juices to sink back into the meat without drying it out. Do not quick-release the instant pot pressure, or the pork chops might become dry and rubbery.
    • I use a 6qt instant pot for this recipe. Depending on your instant pot's size, you might be able to fit in all the pork chops at the same time or do it in batches. But don't overcrowd the pot.
    • If your sauce is too thin for your liking, you can let it simmer a little longer, as this will reduce the excess liquid. There's no need to use a thickening agent.
    • If your sauce gets too thick, add a bit of broth, a little bit at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

    👩‍🍳 Frequently Asked Questions

    How long do you cook pork in the Instant Pot?

    It depends on the cut of pork you're cooking. Pork chops take about 10 minutes, while pork shoulder takes about one hour.

    Can you overcook pork chops in Instant Pot?

    Yes, you can overcook pork chops in the instant pot. Cooking it for too long makes it tough and rubbery. You also want to allow the pressure naturally release all the way.

    Plate of cauliflower mash and pork chops

    📚 Related Recipes

    Check out these other instant pot recipes!

    Goat Curry Recipe

    Instant Pot Pumpkin Soup

    Instant Pot Chicken Thighs with Sauce

    Pumpkin Chicken Curry

    Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts

    Instant Pot Shredded Beef

    📖 Recipe

    instant pot pork chops

    Instant Pot Pork Chops

    This Instant Pot Pork Chops recipe is destined to be one of your favorite dinners. Heavy cream, beef stock, and aromatic spices come together to make a creamy and delicious dish!
    4.87 from 15 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 458kcal
    Author: Tayo Oredola
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    Ingredients

    • 4 bone-in pork chops ¾ inch thick
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • 1 small onion diced
    • 1 ½ cups beef broth
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 1 tablespoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • 1 tablespoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional to garnish
    • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper optional

    Instructions

    • Chop the onions and garlic.
    • Mix the salt, smoked paprika and black pepper together.
    • Rub both sides of the pork chops with the salt and pepper mix.
    • Turn instant pot to sauté mode and add olive oil.
    • Brown pork chops in batches, about 2 minutes per side.
    • Remove from instant pot and set aside.
    • Add garlic and onions and saute till fragrant.
    • Add the broth and scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
    • Add the heavy cream and the browned pork chops.
    • Seal the lid and turn the instant pot to high pressure for 10 minutes (it will take about 10 minutes to reach pressure).
    • Once done, allow the instant pot to naturally release all the way.
    • Remove pork chops from the gravy and set aside.
    • Turn the instant pot off and back to sauté mode.
    • Add cumin, cayenne pepper (if desired), and add more salt if needed.
    • Pour over pork chops and serve.

    Notes

    This recipe serves 4 and contains 1 net carb per serving.
    • To use a slow cooker or crockpot, cook it for 3-4 hours.
    • I use ¾ inch bone-in chops for this recipe. If you use thicker sized pork chops, you might have to cook them a bit longer.
    • You can omit the cayenne pepper to make it less spicy.
    • When pressure cooking meats, naturally releasing the pressure, causes the juices to sink back into the meat without drying it out. Do not quick-release the instant pot pressure, or the pork chops might become dry and rubbery.
    • I use a 6qt instant pot for this recipe. Depending on your instant pot's size, you might be able to fit in all the pork chops at the same time or do it in batches. But don't overcrowd the pot.
    • If your sauce is too thin for your liking, you can let it simmer a little longer, as this will reduce the excess liquid.
    • If your sauce gets too thick, add a bit of broth, a little bit at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1839mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 837IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Heather says

      October 31, 2022 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      So yummy! The whole family (even the picky ones) liked it. I did 6 chops and increased ingredients accordingly. I only used a small amount of cayenne. Only negative for me was it took over an hour for natural release and I didn't plan on that. I chose to thicken with a little arrowroot. Definitely going in our rotation. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        November 04, 2022 at 7:50 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed the pork chops, Heather!

        Reply
    2. Cassie says

      October 22, 2021 at 5:23 pm

      Can I thicken it with flour instead of heavy cream?

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        October 23, 2021 at 10:48 am

        Yes, you can. Since my blog is low carb, I tend to stay away from high carb ingredients, but if you're not on a low carb diet, flour will work just fine.

        Reply
    3. Tracy says

      October 06, 2021 at 7:03 pm

      4 stars
      Super tasty recipe for low carb pork chops! Next time I will try to thicken the gravy with some xanthan gum but the flavor was spot on. I did use both the cumin and cayenne and feel that is a must to fully pull this all together. I served with cauliflower rice and sautéed baby spinach and the gravy was an excellent compliment to that as well. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        October 09, 2021 at 5:39 pm

        Thanks for the feedback, Tracy. I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

        Reply
    4. Sandy says

      May 18, 2021 at 10:03 pm

      Can you use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream?

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        May 19, 2021 at 10:27 am

        You can if you're not following a low carb or keto diet.

        Reply

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