This Instant Pot pork tenderloin recipe is super fast and easy to make in just 30 minutes! Tender, juicy, perfectly pressure cooked, and seasoned tenderloin with a wonderful savory gravy! Bonus: you can make it low carb and keto friendly!
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This Pressure Cooker Pork Tenderloin recipe is a game changer!
Perfect tenderloin in 30 minutes. Yep, you read that right - this tenderloin is seared and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot in under 30 minutes--and it's juicy and tender too! Make gravy from the pot juices and serve with your tenderloin roast.
Seasoned for perfection. In this version, I use Italian seasoning with a little chili powder and garlic powder for a simple seasoning blend. The seasonings pair really well together and provide a great flavor payoff. Tip: You can also substitute your favorite pork seasoning if preferred!
Healthy. This recipe is lower in calories and high in quality protein, but you can make it keto and gluten-free by using xanthan gum as the thickener for the gravy in this recipe.
Pork Tenderloin Instant Pot ingredients
Here's what you'll need to make this Instant Pot pork loin:
- Pork Tenderloin: in this recipe, I used a one-pound and about 1-and-a-half-inch thick pork tenderloin. Use a larger tenderloin if desired. You may need to cut your tenderloin to help it fit in your Instapot.
- Butter
- Kosher Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Chicken Broth: use low sodium or fat-free options if desired.
- Garlic Powder
- Italian Seasoning: you can use any Italian seasoning blend you prefer, or you can use oregano, parsley, basil, or thyme.
- Chili Powder: used to add a little smoky flavor and adds just the slightest heat--omit if desired.
- Cornstarch: used to make a thickener to add to the pot juices to create a gravy. Use xanthan gum to make low-carb and gluten-free.
For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!
Substitutions and Variations
Use vegetable or beef broth or stock in this recipe in place of chicken broth--use low-sodium or low-fat options if preferred.
Adjust any seasoning to taste; add or omit any seasonings as desired.
After searing the pork, remove and add in any vegetables you'd like to make it a full meal. You can add carrots and sliced potatoes and then add your roast back on top to cook as directed.
Use xanthan gum as a thickener for your gravy if following a gluten-free or keto plan. You only need half a teaspoon of xanthan gum dissolved in olive oil if using.
If using a larger tenderloin than the 1 and-a-half inches thick, add 2 minutes of cooking time for each half-inch increase.
Use this recipe for the best pork dry rub in place of the seasoning in this recipe. The recipe makes plenty to store for use for many more!
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How to Make Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
Here are the instructions for making this sauce. For full details, see the recipe card below. Enjoy!
1. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Using the saute setting, sear the tenderloin in butter for 2 minutes on each side.
2. Remove tenderloin and set aside. Add broth and scrape the bottom to free any bits brown bits.
3. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and chili powder. Sprinkle on one side of the tenderloin.
4. Place loin in pot seasoning side up. Secure lid and set to zero minutes. Once pressure cooking is complete, allow pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes.
5. Remove tenderloin and tent with foil. Rest for 10 minutes.
6. Thicken gravy with cornstarch or xanthan gum.
How long to cook Pork Tenderloin in Instant Pot
How long it takes to cook a pork tenderloin in an Instant Pot depends on how thick your loin is, as well as how much you are cooking.
- If your tenderloin weight is 1.50 pounds or less. Set the pressure cook time to zero, followed by 15 minutes of natural release.
- If your tenderloin weight is between 1.5 and 2 pounds. Set your Instant Pot for 2 minutes (the pressure takes about 10 minutes to build, then the timer starts). When the timer is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes (So, approximately 27 minutes in total).
- Add 2 minutes for every half pound increase in weight over 1.5.
How to Serve this Pork Tenderloin Recipe (Instant Pot Recipe)
Serve this delicious pork loin roast sliced about half an inch thick slices.
Serve your gravy over the top of your slices.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, rosemary, or thyme.
Pair with sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, or this buttery cauliflower mashed recipe.
Make your favorite vegetable side dishes such as broccoli, green beans, or sweet peas. Check out my recipes for side dishes for tons of ideas on vegetable side dishes!
Pork Tenderloin in Pressure Cooker storage
Store your cooled tenderloin slices in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze your leftovers in the freezer for up to 4 months. Store your pork separately from the gravy if freezing for the best result.
Pork Tenderloin Pressure Cooker FAQs
The most likely reason is that Because the Instant Pot rapidly cooks meat, it is easy to overcook. It is important to remove it once it reaches 145 degrees F for the best result.
A 1.5 pound pork tenderloin that has been seared 2 minutes per side, will take zero pressure cooking minutes, 10 minutes to build the pressure, and 15 minutes of natural pressure release (25 minutes total). Increase pressure cooking time 2 minutes for every half pound increase in tenderloin size.
It is important that you do not overcook your pork tenderloin. Pork tenderloin is different than your other fatty cuts of pork, such as pork butt or shoulder, that get more tender when cooked longer. Pork tenderloin should only be cooked to 145 degrees and removed from heat when done. This will give you the best result.
No, it will get dryer. Pork tenderloin best cooked for a shorter period of time because it is a tender, leaner cut of meat.
Yes! You can cook a frozen pork tenderloin in the Instant Pot. For a 2 pound frozen pork tenderloin cook it 20 minutes with a 15 minute natural release of pressure.
Once the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, you can remove it from cooking and then let it rest. Resting is an important part of aiding in keeping the moisture in the roast. Check your temperature often, if possible, when cooking to avoid overcooking.
Recipe
Pork Tenderloin in Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 1 (1-pound) 1½" thick pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus extra to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper plus extra to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth, divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch (or ½ teaspoon xanthin gum - low carb gluten free thickener option)
Instructions
- Season pork with salt and pepper. Preheat pot on medium high and melt butter. Once the pot is very hot, brown the pork tenderloin 2 minutes on each side.
- Turn off the heat. Remove tenderloin and set aside. Add 1½ cups of the chicken broth, stirring to scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pot.
- In a small bowl mix the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and chili powder. Sprinkle one side of the pork with seasoning.
- Place tenderloin in the bottom of the pot, seasoning side up. Secure the lid and set the timer to zero minutes. Once the cycle has completed, allow the pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes. (Note: Add 2 minutes for each additional ½" diameter in size.)
- Remove tenderloin, tent with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes. Turn pot to high heat saute setting.
- Whisk together cornstarch in ½ cup cold chicken broth. (If using xanthan gum, whisk with 1 teaspoon olive oil.) Whisk mixture into the pot juices. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Continue simmering until gravy is reduced and thickened. (Note: is gravy has thickened too much, add in more broth or water)
- Slice tenderloin and serve with gravy. Season pork and sauce to taste.
Notes
- Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
- TIPS: Use xanthan gum as a thickener if following gluten free or keto; Use any seasoning blend to your taste. Add 2 minutes of pressure cooking time for each 1/2" increase in tenderloin size.
- NOTE: Pork tenderloin cooks really fast - it is not a typo that the pot is set to zero minutes. The Instant Pot will build up pressure, then immediately start the natural release of pressure. During this time the tenderloin will cook.
- SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve sliced with gravy. Pairs well will mashed potatoes, broccoli, green beans, or sweet peas.
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