Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
Instant Pot pork tenderloin turns out juicy every time, with an easy honey Dijon gravy made from the pot juices. A simple, hands-off weeknight dinner that's delicious and reliable.

Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
- Remove the pork from the refrigerator and let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- While the pork rests, in a small bowl stir together the garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients but the cornstarch slurry: chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and Dijon.
- Cut away and discard the silver skin from the pork tenderloin. Pat it dry with paper towels, then rub with 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture all over the outside of the pork.
- Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté. Let heat for 1 minute, then add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil. Add the pork and sear on all sides until lightly browned. Remove to a plate.
- Pour in the chicken broth mixture. With a wooden spoon, scrape along the bottom of the Instant Pot to deglaze. Keep scraping and make sure there are no stuck-on bits of food to avoid the "burn" warning.
- Return the pork to the Instant Pot, coiling it to fit as needed. Close and seal. Cook on HIGH (manual) pressure for 3 minutes.** (Do not be tempted to add more time or the pork may be dry.) Let naturally release for 12 minutes.
- Test the pork for doneness with an instant read thermometer. Pork is considered cooked at 145°F (if you’re within 5 degrees or so, the resting time will carry it over). If it’s close but you need the temperature a bit higher, set the lid back on and let it sit 2–3 minutes more with the machine off (the residual heat will finish it). If it’s 10°F+ under, lock the lid back on and pressure cook on HIGH for 1 minute, then quick release and recheck.
- Remove the pork to a cutting board or serving platter, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the gravy.
- Press “Cancel” on the Instant Pot, then press “Sauté.” Stir in the cornstarch slurry. Let come to a simmer, stirring very often, then press “Cancel.” The gravy will continue to thicken with the residual heat. Stir it periodically.
- To serve, cut the pork crosswise into 1-inch slices. Top generously with the gravy and enjoy!
Nutrition per serving
299kcal
💰 Cost Estimate
Total Ingredients
$417.00
$417.00
Per Serving
$104.00/serving
$104.00/serving
🏠 Savings
~$834.00 vs buying!
~$834.00 vs buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (100% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|
| pork tenderloin | 1 | $110.00 |
| garlic powder | 1 tsp | $7.00 |
| dried rosemary | 2 tsp | $60.00 |
| dried thyme | 1 tsp | $30.00 |
| kosher salt | 1 tsp | $2.00 |
| ground black pepper | 0.5 tsp | $11.00 |
| extra virgin olive oil | 1 tbsp | $34.00 |
| low sodium chicken broth | 0.75 cup | $30.00 |
| low sodium soy sauce | 2 tbsp | $30.00 |
| honey or pure maple syrup | 2 tbsp | $79.00 |
| Dijon mustard | 2 tsp | $9.00 |
| cornstarch | 2 tbsp | $15.00 |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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