Let me walk you through making Instant Pot pork chops the way I do it in my kitchen. It’s a straightforward process that delivers juicy, tender results, and I’ve tested it multiple times to get it just right. Start by getting all your ingredients ready to make things go smoothly.

First, prepare your ingredients by mixing the seasonings and patting the pork chops dry for better browning. Then, turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode, add the butter to heat, and brown the pork chops on each side for about 2-3 minutes until they’re golden and flavorful.

Next, remove the pork chops and deglaze the pot with chicken broth, scraping up those tasty browned bits. Season the chops with your spice mix, return them to the pot, and secure the lid for pressure cooking. Set it to high pressure for 7 minutes, then allow a natural release for 12 minutes before quick releasing the rest.

Finally, let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to keep them moist. This step ensures they stay juicy, and you can adapt for needs like using tofu for a vegan version. For more ideas on quick meals, I recommend trying our maple mustard pork tenderloin recipe that’s perfect for weeknights.