Instant Pot Pork Chops

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless pork chops, 6-8 ounces each
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes on high pressure, plus 10 minutes natural release

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
2. Turn Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Add olive oil and brown pork chops on both sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
3. Add onion and garlic to pot and sauté until softened.
4. Deglaze pot with chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, sage, salt, and pepper.
5. Add pork chops back to pot and cover with sauce.
6. Secure lid and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
7. Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before manually releasing remaining pressure.
8. Transfer pork chops to a plate and spoon sauce over.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 pork chop with sauce)

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy pork chops
• Flavorful and slightly tangy sauce
• The perfect comfort food for a chilly night

User Comments:

• "These pork chops are so tender and delicious! The sauce is perfect, not too sweet and not too tangy."
• "I love the convenience of this recipe. I can just throw everything in the Instant Pot and have a delicious meal in minutes."
• "My family loved these pork chops. They are now a regular on our menu."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality pork chops for the best flavor.
• Don't overcook the pork chops, as they will become tough.
• If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can cook this recipe in a Dutch oven over medium heat for about 30 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through.