Instant Pot Pork Steaks

Pork Chops with gravy on a serving platter.

4.92 from 12 votes

Instant Pot pork steaks are tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Make pork steaks in the Instant Pot with a creamy gravy for an easy dinner.

Prep Time15

Cook Time6

Natural Pressure Release time5

Total Time26

Course: Main Course, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 312kcal

Author: Renae Gerhardstein

Equipment

Instant Pot (or any electric pressure cooker)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter, ghee, or coconut oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced into slivers
4 pork chops, 1/2" to 3/4" thick (for frozen or chops thicker than 3/4", see recipe notes below)
1 cup beef broth or stock (can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional for low carb or keto)
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

Instructions

Turn the Instant Pot on to the sauté mode. Add the ghee, butter, or oil to heat. When the pot is ready (mine says HOT), add the onions. Stir occasionally, sautéing until they are softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Pour in the broth and Worcestershire sauce, allowing the pan to deglaze by stirring until the bottom of the pan is smooth and clear. Deglazing your Instant Pot before pressure cooking will help to avoid the “burn notice” that occurs when food burns on the bottom of the pot.
Lay your pork chops right over the onions and broth. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure valve to close. Set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 8 minutes.
Once the pressure cooking is done, allow for a natural release for 10 minutes. Then perform a quick release by carefully turning the lever. Use instant read thermometer to check that pork chops are 145º F.
Remove pork chops to a plate and cover. For a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with cold water and whisk until it’s creamy and smooth. To thicken without the cornstarch, press cancel and set pot to saute for 5 minutes. This will help reduce the stock, for a low carb or keto sauce.
Turn off pot and add sour cream. Stir until a smooth, creamy gravy sauce forms. Dip the pork chops back into the pot. Serve pork chops with sour cream gravy poured over and sprinkled with dried parsley.

Notes

Recipe FAQs:

How will I know when the pork chops are done? Use a quick read or instant thermometer to check the temperature of the center of the pork chops. If it reads 145ºF, they are done.
Can I make these sour cream pork chops without an Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker? Yes, you can. Use a skillet to sauté the onions, as in step 1. Then, sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove them from the skillet to a plate and cover. Add the broth and Worcestershire sauce to deglaze the pan. Return the pork chops to the pan and simmer until they are 145ºF (5-10 minutes). Add cornstarch and sour cream as directed in the recipe instructions.
Are these pork chops low-carb? Yes, they are low in carbs, but you can make them lower by leaving out the cornstarch. See the recipe below for how to make them without cornstarch.
What are the best pork chops to use in the Instant Pot? As I mentioned above, any cut of pork chops or pork steaks will work here. Although each of the cuts has different characteristics like the amount of fat or flavor, they'll work perfectly.

Recipe Variations

Herb-infused gravy: Add rosemary or thyme to the broth for a fresh, earthy flavor.
Spicy twist: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or cayenne for a bit of heat and add more spices.
Mushroom gravy: Sauté sliced mushrooms with the onions for an earthy, umami-rich addition to the sauce.
Garlic lovers: Add minced garlic to the sautéed onions for an extra burst of flavor.
Cheesy upgrade: Stir in shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese with the sour cream for a cheesy gravy.

TFN Pro Tips:

For pork chops that are thicker than 3/4" or frozen, add 2 minutes to the pressure cooking time. Use a 10 minute natural pressure release.
Although you can use thinly cut pork chops for Instant Pot Pork Chop recipes, avoid those thinner than ½” in thickness.
Deglazing your Instant Pot before pressure cooking will help to avoid the “burn notice” that occurs when food burns on the bottom of the pot.

Here’s an example of different cuts of pork chops and steaks and what they're called:

Blade steaks, Center-cut chops, Loin chops, Boneless chops, Pork sirloin steak

Choose the pork chop cut you use based on your preference, what’s in the fridge or freezer, or how much you want to spend. Since the pressure cooker uses pressure and steam to cook foods, dry chops and tough meat aren’t a concern

Storing Instructions

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if needed.

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