Instant Pot Pork Roast: Easy and Delicious Meal

Name: Instant Pot Pork Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 37 min
Total time: 52 min
Ingredients: 3 lb Pork Roast; 1 Tbsp Olive Oil; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Pepper; 4 Carrots (peeled and cut into large pieces); 1/2 onion (Cut into large pieces); 4 cups Chicken Broth; 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning; 1/4 cup Cold Water; 2 Tbsp Cornstarch

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This Instant Pot Pork Roast is juicy, tender, and full of rich flavor, made fast with pressure cooking. A comforting, budget-friendly dinner perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.

A plate with sliced Instant Pot Pork Roast, cooked carrots, and a side of mashed potatoes. A bowl of gravy, a bunch of parsley, and a checkered napkin are nearby on a white surface.

Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast results in a tender and delicious pork roast with not a lot of work. I love to make a pork roast on Sunday to start the week off with a good meal that everyone enjoys. But now, I can easily make this pork roast any day of the week because of how quickly the instant pot cooks it. Instant Pot Recipes has been a game changer for my family.

You can easily add in vegetables to complete this meal. It really is a simple meal idea and the pork roast shreds so easily. Serve as is or it is perfect to meal prep for the week. We love that it also makes a tasty gravy to serve over everything. If you are following the keto diet, make this Instant Pot Keto Pot Roast Recipe.

If you love comfort foods, make sure to check out our Comfort Food Dinners on a Budget series for even more ideas!

Ingredients

Pork Roast – Feel free to use a bone-in pork roast
Olive Oil – Use your favorite oil
Spices – Add in simple spices such as salt and pepper but you can also add in garlic powder, fresh rosemary or onion powder for added flavor.
Carrots – Peeled and cut into large pieces
Onion – Cut into large pieces
Chicken Broth – If you are out, beef broth is a great substitute
Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
Italian Seasoning – Learn Italian Seasoning Recipe
Cold Water and Cornstarch – Helps to thicken the liquid to make a gravy

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How to Make Pork Roast in the Instant Pot

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Step 1 – Turn the Instant Pot valve on the sauté function. Spread the olive oil out onto the bottom of the instant pot insert.

A raw pork shoulder, perfect for an Instant Pot Pork Roast, is seasoned with pepper and sits inside an open Instant Pot on a white marble surface, next to a beige and black checkered kitchen towel.

Step 2 – Season the pork roast with the salt and pepper and then sear the pork roast on both sides.

An overhead view of an Instant Pot with browned bits from cooking Instant Pot Pork Roast and a wooden spatula inside. A white kitchen towel with black stripes rests beside the pot on a white marble surface.

Step 3 – Remove the pork from the instant pot and use a wooden spoon to get all the brown bits off the bottom of the instant pot insert.

An overhead view of an Instant Pot Pork Roast with raw seasoned meat, whole carrots, onion pieces, and broth, sitting on a white marble surface next to a beige plaid kitchen towel.

Step 4 – Add the chicken broth, browned pork roast, carrots, minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the instant pot.

An overhead view of an Instant Pot Pork Roast with carrots and broth, cooked to perfection and placed on a white marble surface next to a beige and black checkered kitchen towel.

Step 5 – Seal the lid and pressure cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. After the cook time, allow the pressure to release naturally from the instant pot for 10-15 minutes.

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Step 6 – Then do a quick release to release the remaining pressure from the instant pot. Remove the pork and carrots. Switch the instant pot to the sauté setting. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the instant pot with the drippings and heat for 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened to a gravy consistency.

Step 7 – Slice the pressure cooker pork roast on a cutting board and serve the pork and carrots topped with the gravy from the instant pot. Enjoy!

A close-up of Instant Pot Pork Roast with large chunks of carrots and onions, all seasoned with herbs and spices for a flavorful meal.

What to Serve with Pork Roast?

Cooking the pork roast in the instant pot allows you to cook a complete meal all together. But you can also make your vegetables separately if you prefer. My family prefers mashed potatoes, so I usually make them separately.

Mashed Potato – Make these easy mashed potatoes for an easy side dish.
Rolls – We love making homemade rolls when making pork roast. We love to get all the gravy leftovers with the rolls.
Rice – Instead of potatoes, serve over white rice.
See What to serve with pork roast for more ideas

What to do with Leftovers

Make Pulled Pork Sandwiches – We love to make pulled pork sandwiches with any leftover meat. It makes the perfect lunch the next day.
Serve Egg Noodles – You can also serve leftovers over egg noodles. This is delicious and so budget friendly.
Variation to use Shredded Pork Roast – It really is so good and a great use of money because the meat can be used many different ways. The potatoes and carrots get the best flavor from the instant pot pork roast recipe.
Pork Roast Pot Pie – Shred the pot roast and dice the carrots and make pot pie. We love to make biscuits and serve over the top and my family loves it.

A plate with tender Instant Pot Pork Roast covered in gravy, served alongside mashed potatoes and chunks of cooked carrots. A fork is resting on the plate, spearing a piece of carrot.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to Cook Pork Roast in Instant Pot

After browning the pork roast in the instant pot remove from the instant pot with all the brown pieces. Then add the pork roast, vegetables and seasoning to the instant and seal.
Cook the pork roast for about 30 minutes to 35 minutes and allow for the instant pot to do a natural release for about 10 minutes. After doing a quick release, remove the pork roast and vegetables and make the gravy.
Whisk in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the liquid to make gravy. Making the pork roast in the instant pot takes less than time than making in the slow cooker or in the oven.

Why is My Pork Roast Tough in Instant Pot?

The reason your pork roast might be tough is because that it hasn’t cook long enough. After the pork roast has cooked for 35 minutes and it is still tough, then you might need to cook longer.
Cooking the pork loin doesn’t take long, but just make sure it is cooked before serving.

How to Store Leftovers

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days or you can freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months.
This pork roast makes the best leftovers. You can use the shredded pork roast in many different ways. The flavor of the pork roast after marinating in the gravy overnight gives it so much flavor.

Can I Freeze Leftover Pork Roast?

Yes, this pork roast can easily be frozen to be used for another meal. Place your leftovers and a freezer storage container or ziplock freezer bag and store in the freezer. We recommend using it within 3 months of storing.
When you are ready to serve again, thaw in the fridge overnight. Reheat in the microwave for another easy meal.