Easy Pork Tenderloin In Instant Pot Recipe

This juicy Instant Pot pork tenderloin is the perfect choice for dinner! It cooks up in 15 minutes and is full of so much flavor! Tenderloin is such an underrated cut of pork! Try out my roasted cranberry, spinach bacon, and honey Dijon pork tenderloin recipes next. You’ll love them!

Pork Tenderloin in Instant Pot Recipe

I love using pork tenderloin for dinner because it’s inexpensive and nice and lean! Plus, if you cook it properly, it’s juicy and fork-tender. You really can’t go wrong! It’s a super easy pork cut to cook, and cooking it in your Instant Pot simplifies the process even more. If you’ve got pork tenderloin, chicken stock, and a few simple spices, you can make this tasty dinner. Honestly, with how juicy and hearty it is, it makes normal weekdays seem like a holiday! This amazing Instant Pot pork tenderloin is seasoned with the best combination of garlic, brown sugar, chili powder, and fresh herbs. It’s a little bit sweet, a little bit savory, with the best hint of spice! I love this recipe because it is one of the few meat dishes I can get my youngest to eat (aside from chicken nuggets). And as for the rest of my family, it’s one of our favorites! So tender and flavorful! Whip this up with some 5-minute steamed asparagus and you’ve got a winning dinner on your hands!

What Do I Need to Make it?

Not only is this tenderloin a breeze to make, but you only need a few basic ingredients to season it! Time to pull out your spice rack and make this tasty, tender meal your whole family will love! Measurements for each ingredient can be found below in the printable recipe card.

Pork Tenderloin: You’ll need about 2 pounds of pork tenderloin with the silver skin removed. See tips below on what this is and why it’s important to remove it!Olive Oil: Helps all of the seasonings to stick.Minced Garlic: Minced garlic is the base flavoring for your Instant Pot pork tenderloin. It gives it a great savory flavor!Brown Sugar: Next, we have brown sugar! I like adding this in for a hint of smoky sweetness.Chili Powder: Adding a bit of chili powder is great because it gives your pork a warm heat without being too spicy. Of course, if you’re wanting more spice, add more to taste!Cumin: Cumin is warm and nutty, perfect for seasoning meat!Onion Powder: For a punch of sharp flavor!Dried Thyme: You can’t go wrong adding fresh herbs to your pork. The aromatics make all the difference!Kosher Salt: I like using kosher salt over regular table salt because it has a chunkier grain.Low-Sodium Chicken Stock: Chicken stock adds moisture and helps to flavor your tenderloin while it cooks. I like to use low-sodium chicken stock as a healthier option.

How to Cook Pork Tenderloin in Instant Pot

A hearty, home-cooked dinner in 30 minutes- what could be better?! Your Instant Pot transforms an ordinary tenderloin into a juicy masterpiece in a snap. It’s the kind of easy recipe to come back to over and over again! Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of the pork tenderloin you choose. Always make sure that the internal temperature of your tenderloin has reached 145 degrees Fahrenheit before serving.

Remove Silver Skin: Most store-bought pork tenderloin comes with silver skin removed, but if you notice yours is covered with a whitish-gray film, that means it still has this connective tissue attached. I remove it by running a small knife underneath it. Don’t skip this step! When cooked, silver skin can make the outside of your tenderloin tough.Be Careful Not to Overcook: Because pork tenderloin is so lean, it can be overcooked pretty easily. Always use a thermometer to check if yours has reached an internal temperature 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooking beyond that can make your tenderloin dry.Let Rest: Those 5 minutes at the end of the recipe are super important! Giving your tenderloin time to rest allows liquids to reabsorb, meaning you’ll have a juicier, more tender cut of meat!

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In the Refrigerator: Either in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap, your Instant Pot pork tenderloin will keep for up to 4 days.Reheating: You can reheat your pork tenderloin in an Instant Pot! Add ¼ cup of water or chicken stock and place leftover tenderloin on trivet. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until internal temperatures reach 145 degrees.

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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.