Instant Pot Boneless Pork Chops Recipe (2024)

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Have you ever madePressure Cooker Boneless Pork Chops before? This easy Instant Pot Pork Chops Recipe will surprise you with flavor.

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Instant Pot Boneless Pork Chops Recipe

I’m very excited to share with you this easy Instant Pot Pork Chops recipe. You will have this Instant pot Boneless Pork chops recipe ready in under 15 minutes.

Sure, this is a simple and easy low carb recipe with very few ingredients, but it is packed with flavor. I think you will be surprised how delicious this really quick and easy pork chop recipes. We spooned the buttery sauce over the pork chops and the kids were practically licking their plates clean.

If you want to make this a one pot meal you can easily add in some diced red potatoes and some carrots. One pot, one mess, and dinner is done.

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Instant Pot Ranch Pork Chops:

This Instant Pot Ranch Pork Chops is one of the easiest instant pot recipe. This recipe only requires a few ingredients and the flavor is amazing when adding the ranch seasoning packet.

We like to brown the pork chops just to give the pork chops that brown, crispy texture. Then we toss all the ingredients in the instant pot for an amazing meal idea.

You can even add in some potatoes and carrots to make it a complete meal.

Recommendation for an Instant Pot:

Now you will need an electric pressure cooker for this recipe. I personally have an Instant Pot and so far I am loving it. You can find the Instant pot on sale here.

I seriously do love it. However, there are other great electric pressure cookers that will work great for this recipe too.

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Ingredients you need:

  • Olive Oil
  • Boneless Pork Chops
  • Butter
  • Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • Water

How tomake Instant Pot Pork Chops:

  • Add Pork Chops to Instant Pot – Place the pork chops in the Instant pot with a tablespoon of olive oil. Turn on the sauté setting and brown the pork chops on both sides.
  • Brown Pork Chops – Make sure all pork chops are browned. You can skip this step but they look prettier when you brown them first.
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  • Top with butter and Ranch – Place the butter on top and sprinkle the ranch mix packet on top.
  • Add Water – Pour water (or chicken broth) over the pork.
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  • Place the lid on and set to sealing.
  • Cook for 5 minutes – Push the manual button and set to 5 minutes.
  • Naturally Release Pressure – Allow it to naturally pressure release for 5 minutes and then do a quick release to remove the rest of the pressure.
  • Serve and Enjoy – Once cooked serve and enjoy.
  • Serve with Vegetables – You can even spoon the buttery sauce and brown bits over the pork chops and over your veggies when serving. Season with salt and pepper and your meal is complete.
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How long do you Pressure Cook Pork Chops:

Cooking tender pork chops doesn’t take long. It only takes about 10 minutes to cook and do the natural release on your instant pot. Using the instant pot has been a game changer for me family.

There is no reason to grab fast food, as I can have dinner on the table faster than grabbing dinner out.

Why are my Instant Pot Pork Chops tough?

Pork Chops can get tough if they are cooked to long. Even a few minutes than the recipe states can cause the pork chops to be tough. When you remove the pork chops from the Instant Pot they will continue to cook until they are cut.

Make sure you pick the right cut of pork. You want to choose pork chops that are about 1 inch thick. If you choose pork chops that are to thin, they can get tough fast

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You can use bone-in pork chops for this recipe.

This recipe is also great for pork chops with the bone in. I would just increase the pressure to 10 minutes. Only 5 more minutes you will have delicious bone in pork chops cooked wonderfully in the Instant pot.

How to Cook Frozen Pork Chops:

Another reason we love our instant pot, is I can still dinner done fast even if my meat is frozen. This is the perfect meal to prepare ahead of time and freeze.

Simply, toss your frozen ingredients in the instant pot and cook. You will probably need to double your time to about 10 minutes.

Your pork chops will go from frozen to a delicious tender meal in the matter of minutes.

Add veggies and make it a one pot meal:

You can add in any veggies to this recipe (in the Instant Pot) and you don’t even have to increase the cooking time. I have thrown in frozen green beans, potatoes, and carrots in there and they all came out packed with flavor and perfectly soft.

I would put the pork chops on the bottom and then the veggies on top. We like to add a teaspoon of onion powder to the top to add some additional flavor.

Easy Pork Chops and an easy side dish makes for easy meal.

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Pressure cookerpork chops are that easy!

They look beautiful, they are packed with flavor, and they are done in minutes. This frugal recipe will help you out when you are just short on time. Avoid the drive thru and make these delicious pork chops tonight.

Why we love Pork Chops:

  • Within about 15 minutes, I can sit down with my family and have a healthy delicious meal that everyone will love.
  • Easy spices that I always have in my pantry and they turn out so good on these boneless pork chops.
  • Pork Chops are budget friendly. Pork Chops are really easy to make and turn out so juicy and flavorful if you cook them just right.
  • The sauce that the pork chops make is so good. I love to serve this as a side so we can either dip or pour over our veggies. This is a must that my family always look forward to.
  • Pork Chops are perfect for any diet that you are on. They are a lean meat that is low in calorie but high in protein.
  • Pork Chops are perfect on the grill. Instead of making steak or chicken, I love to mix things up and grill some pork chops.
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Pork Chops Variations:

  • Change the Meat – If you don’t have pork chops, this recipe works great with chicken or turkey breast.
  • Cook in the Air FryerWe love using our air fryer, these pork chops turn out so good in the air fryer.
  • Add Vegetables – Make sure to add vegetable to this meal for an easy meal idea.

What to serve with Pork Chops:

  • Easy Roasted Asparagus Recipe
  • Delicous Roasted Green Beans
  • Quick and Easy Weeknight Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
  • Salad– You can’t go wrong with a quick and easy side salad.
  • Potatoes – Bake Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Buttered Potatoes would be a great side.
  • Rice – A side of rice pilaf is always a perfect side that goes well with pork chops.

Easy Weeknight Meal:

I love one pot meals because they are so easy. This recipe does not disappoint. Cleanup is a breeze and everyone loves this meal.

Print this Pressure Cooker Ranch Pork chops below:

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You are going to love this quick and easy Instant Pot Boneless Pork Chops Recipe. Delicious ranch pork chops recipe is packed with flavor.

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Pressure Release 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings 6 people

Cuisine American

Course Main Course

Calories 377

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 boneless pork chops
  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
  • 1 package ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Turn the instant pot to the sauté setting and add in the olive oil. Then add in the pork chops and cook for 3-6 minutes on each side until browned. Make sure to scrape the bottom of the instant pot insert to remove anything that might have gotten stuck while browning the pork chops.

  • Place the butter on top and sprinkle the ranch mix packet on top of the pork chops in the instant pot.

  • Pour water over the pork.

  • Place the lid on and set the lid to the sealing position.

  • Push the manual button and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.

  • After this cook time, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes and then do a quick release by move the valve on the lid from the sealing to the venting position to release the remaining pressure from the instant pot.

  • Then they are ready to serve and enjoy!

  • You can even spoon the buttery sauce over the pork chops and over your veggies when serving.

Recipe Notes

*Refrigerate the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving 6ounces, Calories 377kcal, Carbohydrates 3g, Protein 29g, Fat 27g, Saturated Fat 13g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 10g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 130mg, Sodium 538mg, Potassium 504mg, Sugar 1g, Vitamin A 478IU, Calcium 15mg, Iron 1mg

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FAQs

Why are my pork chops tough in instant pot? ›

Why are my Instant Pot pork chops tough? It's very important not to overcook your meat, as it can become tough.

How do you know when pork chops are cooked enough? ›

One way to determine your porks' doneness is by the color of the juices that come out of it when you poke a hole in it with a knife or fork. If the juices run clear or are very faintly pink, the pork is done cooking. If they're mostly or entirely pink or red, it's best to continue cooking.

How do you keep boneless pork chops from getting tough? ›

Try a Marinade or Brine. A marinade or brine can introduce more moisture or lots of flavor into your meat before you cook it. A marinade is a sauce that introduces extra flavor to your pork, depending on the aromatics or herbs you choose to include. A brine pulls more moisture into the meat, which keeps your pork juicy ...

Do pork chops get more tender the longer you cook them? ›

Because pork chops are such a lean cut, they are relatively quick-cooking and prone to overcooking. When they're cooked for even a few minutes too long, whether it's in the oven or on the stovetop or grill, they're quick to dry out, and — you guessed it — become tough, chewy, and less than appealing.

How do you make pork soft and tender? ›

To tenderize pork before cooking it, try breaking up the tough muscle by hitting it with a meat mallet evenly across the surface of the meat. Then, if you want your pork to be extra tender, you can marinate it in a tenderizing marinade made with acids, like citrus juices, vinegar, or wine.

What is the best way to cook pork chops without them drying out? ›

High-heat frying sears them to a golden brown; and a moderately hot oven (400 degrees F) bakes the pork chops gently enough to keep them from drying out. This "sear-roasting" method is a great way to cook pork chops in the oven: Fry one side to golden brown, then flip, and place the chops directly in the oven.

Is it better to cook pork chops slow or fast? ›

Typically, when we cook at high temperature, we over cook the pork. This leaves it dry and tough. As with my dad's pork chops, grilling is a high temperature cooking method. While I recommend cooking low and slow, I emphasize the word slow.

Is a little pink in pork ok? ›

If fresh pork has reached 145°F (62.8 °C) throughout, even though it may still be pink in the center, it should be safe. The pink color can be due to the cooking method or added ingredients.

What's the best way to tenderize boneless pork chops? ›

Place meat in a dish and cover with water. Remove meat and stir roughly 4 level Tbs of baking soda into the water. Put meat back in and soak (in refrigerator) overnight. Rinse THOROUGHLY and cook.

What cooking method is best for pork chops? ›

Bake your pork chops at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. If you want to add an extra step, sear your pork chops in a pan first and transfer to a baking sheet to cook for about 6-8 more minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.

Why are my boneless pork chops always dry? ›

1. One of the main factors contributing to a dry pork roast is overcooking, which causes the muscle fibers to contract and release their natural juices — even if it's cooked just a couple of minutes too long. This mistake is often a result of the fear of undercooking pork for safety reasons. 2.

Does soaking pork chops in salt water make them tender? ›

A brine is essentially just salt and water. It helps prevent moisture loss during cooking, and the salt also helps tenderize the meat from the inside out. If you want an extra juicy piece of pork, brine it before cooking. You can make an effective brine just with salt and water, but additional seasonings do help.

Is it better to bake or pan fry pork chops? ›

While there are a number of ways to cook pork chops for dinner, baking is arguably the easiest path to perfection. The hands-off cooking method cooks pork chops gently and evenly without the need for extra fat, resulting in juicy, healthier pork chops that pair well with practically any side dish.

Is it better to cook pork chops on high or low heat? ›

For chops, we like to get our pan screaming hot...then take it down to medium. That first blast of heat helps get a good golden crust. But, if you keep it that high, the chop won't cook evenly through the middle. Medium heat helps keep the outer edges of the meat tender while the center reaches the perfect temperature.

Why is my pork still tough after pressure cooker? ›

Overcooking can cause the meat to become dry, tough, and difficult to shred. Similarly, if you don't cook the pork long enough, it may be undercooked and tough. It's also important to avoid using a quick release or pressure, as this can cause the pork to seize and toughen.

How do you fix tough meat in an Instant Pot? ›

If it's still tough, you will need to cook it longer. The pressure cooking process breaks down tough meat, making it tender. Put the lid back on, seal the pressure cooker, and cook at high pressure for another 10 to 20 minutes.

What happens if you overcook pork in Instant Pot? ›

Unfortunately, once you overcook a piece of meat in the pressure cooker, there's no going back. You'll be left with a pile of dry, crunchy, tasteless fibers and no amount of additional pressure cooking is going to put that moisture back into the meat.

Why do my pork chops come out hard? ›

Under or overcooking your pork chops.

And, if you've ever encountered a dried-out, tough, chewy pork chop, that's a telltale sign of overcooking.

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