These instant pot pork chops are juicy, flavorful, and cooks in just 5 minutes which makes them perfect for busy weeknights. With simple ingredients and one pot, this budget-friendly dinner is a family favorite that comes together fast.
If you need an easy meal that works for real life, this Instant Pot pork chops recipe is one you’ll make again and again.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
This is one of those instant pot dinners I turn to when I forgot to plan ahead but still want something homemade on the table. I’ve made pork chops in the instant pot more times than I can count, and they always come out tender with so much flavor from that buttery ranch sauce.
It’s simple, reliable, and my kids always clean their plates!
- Great for busy nights – Dinner is ready fast and doesn’t take much prep
- Simple ingredients – I usually already have everything I need on hand
- Always turns out tender – The Instant Pot makes it really hard to mess this recipe up
- The sauce is so good – We like to spoon it over rice or potatoes so nothing goes to waste
- Works even if you forgot to thaw dinner – You can cook the pork chops from frozen in a pinch
One pot, one mess, and dinner is done. Check out more 24 Instant Pot Pork Chop Recipes that I am sure your family will love.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil – This is used to brown the pork chops before pressure cooking. You can use any neutral oil you have on hand.
- Boneless Pork Chops – I like using boneless pork chops because they cook quickly and are easy to serve. Try to use pork chops that are about 1 inch thick so they stay tender.
- Butter – The butter melts into the ranch seasoning and makes the sauce rich and flavorful. I usually use unsalted butter so I can control the salt.
- Ranch Seasoning Mix – A packet of ranch seasoning makes this recipe so easy and gives the pork chops the best flavor. You can also use Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix if you prefer.
- Water or Chicken Broth – This helps the Instant Pot come to pressure and creates the sauce. Chicken broth adds even more flavor, but water works great too.
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How to Make Instant Pot Pork Chops
Follow along with my easy process to learn how to make instant pot pork chops in your own.
Step 1 – Add Pork Chops to Instant Pot – Place the pork chops in the bottom of the pot with a tablespoon of olive oil. Turn on the sauté setting and brown the pork chops on both sides for a quick sear.
Step 2 – Brown Pork Chops – Make sure all thin cut pork chops are browned. You can skip this step but they look prettier when you brown them first.
Step 3 – Top with butter and Ranch – Place the butter on top and sprinkle the ranch mix packet on top.
Step 4 – Add Water – Pour liquid over the pork.
Step 5 – Place the lid on and set to seal. Push the manual button and set to 5 minutes.
Step 6 – 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. Once cooked serve and enjoy. 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.
Tips for Success
- Use pork chops about 1 inch thick to keep them tender
- Don’t skip the natural release—it helps lock in juices
- Browning adds flavor, but you can skip it on busy nights
- Use chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor
- Spoon the sauce over rice or veggies to stretch the meal
Variations & Substitutions
- Make it a one pot meal – Add diced red potatoes, carrots, or green beans before pressure cooking.
- Use frozen pork chops – You can cook this recipe from frozen. Increase the cook time to about 10 minutes.
- Change the spices – Swap ranch seasoning for 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, garlic herb seasoning, paprika, onion powder, brown sugar or onion soup mix for a different flavor.
- Add extra flavor – Stir in minced garlic, sliced onions, or a little Parmesan cheese after cooking.
- Make it creamier – Add a splash of heavy cream or a little cream cheese to the sauce after pressure cooking for a creamy gravy.
Storage and Reheating Tips
- Fridge – Store the leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer – Place the leftover pork chops in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve.
- Reheat – Place in the microwave to reheat or place in a baking dish to reheat for about 10 minutes at 350 degrees.
Serving Suggestions:
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pork chops cook in about 5 minutes on high pressure, plus 5 minutes natural release. Total time is about 10 minutes.
Pork chops can become tough if overcooked. Stick to the cook time and use chops about 1 inch thick for best results.
Cook frozen pork chops for about 10 minutes on high pressure. This makes it a great last-minute dinner option.
More Easy Pressure Cooker Recipes
This Instant Pot pork chops recipe is one of those meals that just makes life easier. It’s quick, affordable, and something the whole family will actually eat. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or just need something simple that works, this recipe is always a good one to keep on repeat.
If you try it, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you! Leave a comment or a star rating and let me know how you served your pork chops or any changes you made.
Instant Pot Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 boneless pork chops
- ½ cup butter
- 1 package ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- 1 cup water
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Instructions
- Turn the instant pot to the sauté setting and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Then add 6 boneless 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 ½ cup butter on top of the pork chops and sprinkle 1 package ranch seasoning mix (1 oz) on top.
- Pour 1 cup 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.
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Recipe Notes
- Boneless Pork Chops (about 1 inch thick) – Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes, then allow a 5 minute natural release
- Bone-In Pork Chops – Cook on high pressure for 8–10 minutes, then allow a 5 minute natural release
- Frozen Pork Chops – Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 5 minute natural release
Hello, how should I adjust the recipe and cooking time for just 4 pork chops?
Jessica – I would leave the seasonings and butter amount the same and then after sautéing the pork chops, seal and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes with a 5 minute natural release. I hope you enjoy it and please come back and let me know how it turns out!
My husband absolutely loves this recipe. The chops are flavorful and tender. He requests it every week!
Liked the flavors and meat turned out very tender. Gravy was really thin which was only issue. Do you ever use cornstarch or flour to thicken it?
You can use cornstarch to thicken it
I love the flavor of these. I always add carrots and potatoes to mine. It’s quick easy and tastes really good. I do have one question. How do you get your 6 chops to brown so well? I have an instant pot. I set it on saute with a tablespoon of olive oil. I let it get hot, then add chops and I just get cooked not browned meat? Any suggestions
Hey Lori! Make sure that you are browning your pork chops in batches so that they cook in a single layer and try using less oil to ensure that the pork chops brown well in the instant pot.
I put a little butter in with the olive oil to brown the chops. I put a tablespoon of chicken bouillon in the water and scraped up the brown bits. Put pealed, halved carrots and little potatoes on top of the chops. Sprinkled a little onion powder, salt, and pepper over it all. It was fabulous!
I have cooked this recipe so many times and it is always a hit with my family. I often add a cup of jasmine rice when I cook it. I also have taken the left over juices and cooked frozen green beans or potatoes in the instant pot. Makes a great side. Thank you so much for an easy dinner.
I do this with red potatoes and green beans. This always a favorite and cheap to make. It is well worth your while to use the chix broth; it adds an extra flavor profile that compliments the pork chops. I’m going to try it sometime with a different base, beef, etc. I think I’d like to try it with just a touch of horseradish sometime…also a fave at my house. Great, easy, simple.
Lovely and simple. Also, a great recipe to build inspiration. Was out of ranch mix and used my onion soup dry mix instead. Yum! Cannot wait to try with ranch though. Also made a nice gravy from the leftover juices and cooked the sautéed green beans in it. Your tongue will slap the rough of your mouth. lol
Great Recipe!
Thank you so much for sharing and I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Can I add canned vegetables to it?
I haven’t tried that yet so I’m not sure. They vegetables might get too soft. If you try it out, please let us know how it turns out!
Even my husband said it was delicious! This is a keeper!
so easy and so good. cooking pork has always been fearful to me in worrying that it wasn’t done so I would always over cook it…no longer!!
LOVE THE INSTANTPOT!! QUICK, EASY & YUMMY!!
Yummy recipe. My family really enjoyed this recipe. Me too.
This recipe is so good! Quick and easy, even my grandson who is so picky loved it!
I made this dinner tonight and it was awesome. I love the gravy, so I’m thinking about saving it and putting chicken breast in it tomorrow. I hope it turns out as good as the pork chops!! Can’t hurt to try it and put the gravy over rice with a vegetable ? ?
That sounds great! I hope you enjoy it!
Simply love this recipe. I am going to try it today evening.Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Thank you!
This is a delicious recipe , I have made it more than a few times. I don’t use coconut oil so I usually just use whatever I have on hand, vegetable oil or canola oil and it’s still delicious and so simple.
Has anyone tried this loin chops?
These were sooooooo good. My picky kids even ate it! Fork tender and just mmmmmmmmmmmmm!
Can I substitute the chips for frozen chicken? If so how long and how much water?
I haven’t tried it with chicken but I would cook it on high pressure for 20 minutes (for fresh chicken) and 25 minutes (for frozen chicken) with a quick release. The water amount would remain the same. Thank you.