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Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin is juicy and tender with a buttery honey-mustard sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Resting Time5 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: 60 Minutes or Less, Instant Pot, Mains
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 60-Minutes or Less, Dinner, Easy, Instant Pot, Mains, Pork, Pork Tenderloin, Simple
Servings: 4
Calories: 361kcal
Author: Eva Filer

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

  • ½ stick butter unsalted
  • 1.5 pound pork tenderloin
  • 3 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup broth low sodium

Instructions

  • Rub tenderloin with honey, mustard and sprinkle with salt.
  • Melt butter in the Instant Pot on the sauté feature, then brown the meat for about 3 minutes per side then transfer to a plate.
  • Pour chicken broth to the bottom of the pot and scrape up brown bits, then shut off Instant Pot.
  • Put a trivet in, then place the tenderloin on top. Turn on HIGH or MANUAL (depending on your machine) and cook for 5 minute with a 10 minute natural release time.
  • Ensure the pork is cooked to 145F, then allow it to rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
  • If desired, remove trivet and thicken sauce on the sauté feature.

Notes

  • Sauté First: Browning the pork creates a beautiful crust and adds flavor to the sauce.
  • Deglaze the Pot: Scraping up the little bits on the bottom prevents a burn notice and builds flavor.
  • Check the Thickest Part: Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the pork reaches the correct internal temperature (pork can be a little pink).
  • Rest Before Slicing: Allow the pork to rest so the juices redistribute for the juiciest slices.
  • Room Temperature: Letting the pork rest at room temperature briefly before cooking helps it brown more evenly.
  • Refrigerator: Store leftover pork tenderloin in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze sliced pork with sauce or individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 2 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with a little broth to keep it moist.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 1079mg | Potassium: 691mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 487IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg
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