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March 9, 2018

Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner

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Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner in minutes not hours!

Enjoy this delicious but simple Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner any night of the week! With golden potatoes, a hint of thyme, and easy gravy, this pork tenderloin dinner will be a new family favorite.

Sliced Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin on top of potatoes in an oval white dish with handles. A fork on the left and a blue and white towel on the right.

Incredibly flavorful pork tenderloin and herbed potatoes in the Instant Pot.
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PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE PORK TENDERLOIN FOR THIS RECIPE.

First Published: March 9, 2018… Last Updated: April 24, 2019

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When it comes to cooking meals, you cannot go wrong with an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker.  These nifty devices can help you complete a meal faster than almost any other cooking method.  For me, there’s almost no meal that’s more comforting than instant pot pork tenderloin. 

I’ve always made it in a slow cooker with vegetables for an easy weeknight dinner, or as pulled pork for yummy sliders.  (You might also like this Slow Cooker Pork and Apples Recipe). 

Pork tenderloin is one of those meals my mom always makes, so it just feels like home.  And this recipe tastes heavenly!  Talk about a one-pot meal, this is about as easy as it gets, but it’s a hearty meal that feels like Sunday Supper, even on a Monday night!

If you don’t own an instant pot, you might enjoy this Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin recipe instead!

Potatoes and a sweet onion next to instant pot and packages of pork tenderloin

Owning an instant pot has been one of the best investments for my kitchen. Serving supper never got easier with recipes like this pork tenderloin instant pot recipe. I love how easy it is to create a delicious meal for my family in just minutes.

Pork tenderloin is high in protein and low in fat. For people who want to increase protein while lowering fat consumption, this recipe is the perfect option for you. This recipe is SO delicious that it made our Most Popular Recipes of 2018 list!

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Shopping List:

  • 2 lbs natural pork tenderloin (I used 2 1lb pieces) – PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE PORK TENDERLOIN FOR THIS RECIPE.
  • onion
  • olive oil
  • chicken stock
  • 2 packets of brown gravy
  • 10-12 golden potatoes
  • fresh thyme

Items You May Need

Here are a few items you may need for creating this recipe:

  • Instant Pot
  • Serving dishes and utensils
  • Dish to place the instant pot pork tenderloin dinner in after cooked
  • Instant Pot inner pot
  • Instant Pot Sealing Ring

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When a food option is considered rich in nutrients, it must contain at least 20% of the recommended daily allowance. I highly recommend pork tenderloin as a good meat choice for family meals because it has 22 grams of protein per 3-oz serving, an excellent source for Vitamin B-12 which is not found in plant-based foods, and 2 milligrams of zinc per 3oz serving.

When selecting the perfect piece of meat for this meal, be sure to pick a chunk of meat that isn’t pre-seasoned as that will increase the sodium content significantly. You can season your instant pot pork tenderloin with the tips I have within my step-by-step recipe below. So what are you waiting for? Is it about time for supper yet? Gather up the ingredients and follow my step-by-step instructions to create a scrumptious meal for your family this evening.

Close up of sliced Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin on top of potatoes in an oval white dish with handles with a silver fork and a blue and white towel in the background.

What herbs go well with pork tenderloin?

There are quite a few herbs that go well with pork loin. I opted to go with thyme because I think it’s a great mix for this instant pot pork loin recipe. The best herbs to select from when making your own pork loin recipe is dill, garlic, rosemary, sage, fennel, cumin or curry powder.

If you’re making this recipe in the fall, it’s great to mix some cloves and apples with pork loin for that seasonal flavor.  When you want a little kick, choose cumin or Chile powder to go with your pork tenderloin.

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How to Make Pork Tenderloin in the Instant Pot

  1. On your instant pot, set the sauté setting to high, then add 1 tablespoon olive oil. When the oil is hot, add 2/3 cup finely chopped onions. Season with salt and pepper and fresh thyme to taste.
  2. Cover with the standard pot lid and allow the onions to cook until translucent, stirring occasionally. Cook a little longer until the onions are golden brown, then add the 2-1/2 cups of chicken stock.
  3. Next, cut 10-12 golden potatoes in half and place them into the stock in one layer. Place the 2lbs of pork tenderloin on top and season with additional salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Then, twist on the locking lid and set the steam valve to sealing and then cancel the sauté setting. Select manual mode for 8 minutes of high pressure.
  5. When the Instant Pot beeps, carefully lay a clean cloth over the top of the lid and then release the pressure from the pot manually.
  6. Select Cancel to end the cooking time. Remove the meat and potatoes and let rest for a few minutes while you make the quick gravy according to the directions on the package.
  7. Choose the sauté setting on high. Pour the two packets of gravy mix into the cooking liquid still in the pot. Whisk until smooth and cook until the mixture thickens. Be sure turn off the instant pot.
  8. Finally, arrange the potatoes and pork on a platter and pour the gravy over the top. Season with fresh thyme, if desired.
A close up of an Instant Pot reading 8 minutes with pork tenderloin inside.

How long do I cook the pork tenderloin?

The National Pork Board recommends cooking chops, roasts, loins, and tenderloin to an internal temperature of 145° F, followed by a three-minute rest. It’s a good practice to check the internal temperature with a [amazon_textlink asin=’B01LKRHW3E’ text=’meat thermometer’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’1ab818ce-4983-4017-9bfe-9099449d5807′]. In the Instant Pot, this will cook at high pressure on manual mode for 8 minutes.

Tips & Tricks for Using Your Instant Pot

  • Use saute button for an option to cook something just as you would in a skillet or pan on the stovetop.
  • Use 1/2 cup of liquid in the inner pot when pressure cooking to pressurize the unit.
  • You can use the adjust button to make the preset options hotter or cooler in your instant pot.
  • When opting to use the manual instant pot button plan to cook your instant pot pork tenderloin meal 10-15 minutes longer.
  • Make sure the pressure valve on your instant pot is set to “sealing” when pressure cooking so it can reach appropriate pressure.
  • DO NOT open the instant pot when it’s set in manual or pressure mode after 10 seconds or you’ll get a face full of steam.
  • DO NOT forget to purchase a secondary Instant Pot Inner Cooking and sealing ring for your instant pot.
Sliced Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin on top of potatoes in an oval white dish with handles with a silver fork and a blue and white towel in the background.

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Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner

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Easy Instant Pot Pork Loin Dinner

Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner

Enjoy this delicious but simple Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Dinner any night of the week! With golden potatoes, a hint of thyme, and easy gravy, this pork tenderloin dinner will be a new family favorite.
4.34 from 21 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: instant pot pork tenderloin
Author: Ang Paris

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs natural pork tenderloin I used 2 1lb pieces
  • 2/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2-1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 packets of brown gravy
  • 10-12 golden potatoes peeled
  • fresh thyme
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • On your instant pot, set the sauté setting to high, then add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onions. Season with salt and pepper and fresh thyme.
  • Cover with the standard pot lid and allow the onions to cook until translucent, stirring occasionally. Cook a little longer until the onions are golden brown, then add the chicken stock.
  • Cut the potatoes in half and place them into the stock in one layer. Place the pork tenderloins on top and season with additional salt, pepper, and thyme.
  • Twist on the locking lid and set the steam valve to sealing and then cancel the sauté setting. Select manual mode for 8 minutes of high pressure.
  • When the Instant Pot beeps, carefully lay a clean cloth over the top of the lid and then release the pressure from the pot manually.
  • Select Cancel to end the cooking time. Remove the meat and potatoes and let rest for a few minutes while you make the quick gravy.
  • Choose the sauté setting on high. Pour the two packets of gravy mix into the cooking liquid still in the pot. Whisk until smooth and cook until the mixture thickens. Be sure turn off the instant pot.
  • Arrange the potatoes and pork on a platter and pour the gravy over the top. Season with fresh thyme, if desired.

Notes

PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE PORK TENDERLOIN FOR THIS RECIPE.
Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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  1. JMartin says

    April 7, 2018 at 9:17 pm

    Luv my IP and I’m always on the lookout for new recipes to try . I’m not brave enough to come up with my own versions :/ thank you for sharing ! God Bless you & your family

    Reply
  2. Cheryl S says

    April 25, 2018 at 8:21 pm

    Did you slice or quarter the potatoes, or put them in whole? I’m making this tonight, it looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      April 28, 2018 at 9:05 am

      Great question, I’ll update the recipe but I peeled and halved the potatoes. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Tausha says

    May 20, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    We used this recipe tonight and the pork was still raw on the inside – went in thawed out…any idea why this happened? This was our first IP usage…

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      May 22, 2018 at 7:01 pm

      Oh, Tausha! That’s not good! I would check to make sure that the instant pot is totally sealed so that it is able to pressurize and cook the pork through. If the equipment was all working properly then the issue might have been the size/thickness of the pork tenderloin. Larger pieces will need more cook time. I hope this helps!

      Reply
  4. donna presley says

    June 14, 2018 at 10:04 am

    5 stars
    I made this last night and my whole family loved it. Quartered the potatoes plus added 4 more ( I have a big family). I also doubled the pork tenderloin and only added 2 extra minutes to the cooking time. It came out fantastic. Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Carol says

    June 21, 2018 at 1:27 pm

    5 stars
    I used pork tenderloin as the recipe stated and it came out perfect. I didn’t have thyme so I used some Italian seasoning instead. I also added some carrots.

    Reply
  6. Rob says

    July 4, 2018 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    I made this with pork LOIN instead of tenderloin and it came out raw. My bad. I tried it again with pork TENDERLOIN and it was perfect.
    Thank you for the awesome recipe.

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      July 7, 2018 at 8:45 am

      Hi Rob, this recipe is definitely written for tenderloin, which I’m sure you know is a smaller piece of meat than pork loin.
      Thanks so much for your kind note!

      Reply
  7. Vicki says

    July 31, 2018 at 6:23 pm

    I used pork tenderloin which cooked well. I think a thicker piece needs the time adjusted. I halved the potatoes and they were perfect! I did not use the gravy. We had apple sauce on the side. Thanks for this recipe!!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      August 1, 2018 at 11:13 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  8. Michele Ryan says

    August 10, 2018 at 5:35 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this several times since purchasing my IP in April 2018. It never disapppoints and is delicious. The only thing I do different is I use Pioneer Pork Gravy mix and it is delicious.

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      August 13, 2018 at 10:38 am

      Thank you for your kind comment, Michele! We love hearing when our readers make and enjoy our recipes! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Melody Walsh says

    September 2, 2018 at 5:31 pm

    5 stars
    I have a one (1) lb. tenderloin, would you half the ingredients and/or cooking time?

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      September 6, 2018 at 10:34 am

      Hi Melody!
      Half the ingredients for sure.
      As for cooking time, you may have to play around with the amount of time. I haven’t tested with only 1lb.

      Reply
  10. Christine says

    September 19, 2018 at 2:51 pm

    5 stars
    Looks delicious! Can I make this using a frozen pork tenderloin?

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      September 21, 2018 at 7:23 am

      We haven’t tested it with frozen pork. I’d recommend thawing it first for this recipe 🙂

      Reply
  11. Debbie says

    November 2, 2018 at 10:41 am

    5 stars
    Ang, Thank you for posting this recipe! It is delicious and so easy! I seasoned the tenderloin with salt, pepper, thyme and garlic powder and browned it a little. I removed the tenderloin and then sauteed the onion before putting everything back in the Instant Pot. Everything was delicious – the potatoes were perfect! This is the first time I’ve tried tenderloin in my Instant Pot and your recipe was perfection! It’s definitely a new “go to” for me!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      November 2, 2018 at 12:03 pm

      I’m SO glad you enjoyed this recipe, Debbie! Thanks for taking the time to leave me a sweet comment 🙂

      Reply
  12. Pam says

    November 12, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    I too used your recipe for the first time ever using a pressure cooker. I don’t have an instant pot I have the Crockpot Insta pot. I was very nervous. 😊 My pork tenderloin was not cooked in the middle. I put it back on to cook and pushed the meat stew setting then lowered the time it had already cooked (8 mins). I see pic of your pork tenderloin it is really skinny. Mine was about twice as big. So we shall see how it comes out. Smells great. Think my potatoes will be mush. Lol. Hubby says we will just mix them into the gravy.

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      November 16, 2018 at 1:39 pm

      I’ve never used the Crockpot Insta Pot. I hope the recipe came out alright for you!

      Reply
  13. Marianne says

    December 2, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    I want to try this recipe. I’m wondering if I can add carrots to it? If so, would I add them to the pot with the potatoes and tenderloin and cook them the same about of time or would they turn out mushy?

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      December 3, 2018 at 11:08 am

      You can add carrots but they’ll cook faster than the potatoes. I’d leave them in larger pieces, then cut them up after they’re cooked.

      Reply
  14. Robin says

    January 9, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    H!! I am looking for a instant pot recipe that asks for pork tenderloin and potatoes. Found this one! Wonder if russet potatoes would work. How much? Cut in big chunks? Same amount of cooking time? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      January 10, 2019 at 7:13 am

      Hi Robin! You can use Russets, just cut them into pieces like we’ve shown here and you can cook it for the same amount of time 🙂

      Reply
  15. Colleen says

    April 4, 2019 at 12:06 am

    4 stars
    Made this tonight. It was delish, Halved the recipe as I had a 1 # loin. I departed from the recipe in that I seared the meat first. Then removed and cooked the onions. I also added almost equal portions of peeleled quartered carrots to the potatoes. I used a gravy mix, but liquid was thin. Would thicken in the future with cornstarch. A good crusty bread would be a great accompaniment. Definitely will make again. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      April 4, 2019 at 6:08 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed this meal, Colleen! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

      Reply
  16. Sue says

    July 22, 2019 at 12:15 pm

    I am trying this today! No trivet is mentioned. Also- most meats are natural release. This recipe says quick release. Just wondering.
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      July 22, 2019 at 12:23 pm

      Hi Sue!
      No trivet is needed for this, and you do use quick release 🙂
      Thanks for stopping by today!

      Reply
      • Sue says

        July 22, 2019 at 7:28 pm

        5 stars
        Excellent! This was so good! It’s my new go-to when cooking for family or company.

        Reply
  17. Kelly says

    July 24, 2019 at 2:25 pm

    How much thyme do you usually use with the potatoes and on the tenderloin?

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      August 2, 2019 at 9:08 am

      I find that this depends on your taste… I use about a teaspoon total of dried herbs, but if you have fresh, you can use more. Enjoy!

      Reply
  18. Lori Ann says

    July 25, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    5 stars
    I’m still learning the ins and out of an IP. This recipe was a huge help! Thank you so much for posting. Ours turned out perfect. God bless!

    Reply
    • Ang Paris says

      August 1, 2019 at 4:53 pm

      I am so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

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