The homemade mushroom gravy that can be made from the residual liquid and all of that delicious broth is just the finishing touch these pork chops deserve. Much like these Slow Cooker Pork Chops, I just love when a dish makes its own gravy! Pressure cooker pork chops don’t need a crazy amount of seasoning because any time you cook meat in the Instant Pot, it’s already ahead of the game in terms of permeating flavor. Everything gets infused and penetrated right down into the center giving already flavorful meat an even more incredible taste. Serve on top of a bed of mashed potatoes, and you’ve got a complete, healthy, weeknight dinner ready in no time. If you love easy Instant Pot meals, be sure to check out my Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe with mashed potatoes. The potatoes cook underneath the meatloaf so everything’s ready at the same time!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The Ingredients
Vegetable Oil – Needed for that initial sear of the chops and for sauteing the mushrooms and onions.Pork Chops – I used bone-in pork chops, for that extra bit of flavor, about 1-1.5” thick. You can absolutely use boneless pork chops instead. The cook time will remain the same, as long as the thickness is also the same.Seasonings – Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are a simple blend and all it takes to add massive flavor to the meat. Italian seasoning will be used later just before pressure cooking. Onions, Mushrooms, and Garlic – This trio of ingredients will be used as the base of the gravy. Cooking anything with onion and garlic always provides incredible flavor. I used cremini mushrooms, but you can use button, chopped portobello, or shiitake mushrooms.Chicken Stock – You can use homemade or store-bought chicken broth or stock. The Instant Pot requires liquid to create steam, and what better way to add flavor and make gravy than by using chicken stock.Heavy Cream & Cornstarch – Both are used to thicken the gravy and add creamy richness. They take it from a liquid broth to a smooth velvety gravy.Fresh parsley – An optional garnish!
How to Make Pork Chops in the Instant Pot
Tips for Success
Keep warm. Tent the pork chops when you set them aside to rest. This way you keep the juices in and they stay warm.Double the recipe for a larger crowd. As long as the chops are the same size, cook time remains the same.No need to brine or tenderize the meat ahead of time.If using thicker cut chops, tack on a couple of extra minutes of cook time. The Instant Pot works so that it measures weight and how thick the chops are, rather than how many pieces are inside.Bringing the pork chops to room temperature about 15 minutes before cooking will help with even cooking.
What to Serve with Pressure Cooker Pork Chops
Start with these appetizers: Cranberry brie bites (especially around the holidays!), bacon wrapped asparagus, baked potato skins, have any leftover mushrooms? Make these sausage stuffed mushrooms! Serve with a side of: Crockpot mashed potatoes, Instant Pot carrots, Instant Pot broccoli, Instant Pot garlic green beans, smothered potatoes, baked beans, or a basket of homemade garlic bread! Always room for dessert: Try Italian ricotta cookies or this beautiful fruit pizza! I hope you enjoy these mouthwatering pork chops! Be sure to leave a comment and let me know your thoughts! © Little Sunny Kitchen
