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    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice with Dill Sauce

    April 6, 2021 by Tiffany Leave a Comment

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    This is a rich recipe for one-pot Instant Pot pork chops and rice with creamy dill sauce. It’s made with a fresh taste of dill, lemon, garlic, and wild rice. The best part of this dish is how creamy each bite is.

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    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice with Dill Sauce

    Juicy pork chops are unquestionably one of the best dinners you can make for the whole family. A well-cooked pork chop is juicy, tender, and the ultimate comfort food. This is why I adore pork chop recipes and continue to make them sharing my tips with you along the way.

    This recipe features fork-tender pork chops, parboiled wild rice, and a rich flavorful sauce. It’s also a one-pot meal and the pork chops and rice are done cooking at the same time.

    Is it Easy to Cook Instant Pot Pork Chops?

    Yes! An Instant Pot is a pressure cooker that can help you bring out the best flavors in your pork chops in a short amount of time.

    Looking for just Instant Pot pork chops? Check out my other recipe for pork chops in the Instant Pot.

    Raw Thick Iowa Chops

    Tips on Making Pork Chops

    Pork chops seem daunting and like they’re impossible to cook. However, I want to share the tips that have helped me create the juiciest meal. If you overcook your pork chop or do not season it right, it could lead to a very bland plate of food. Follow this advice for the best results.

    Rest the Meat Once you have evenly cooked your meat, you can let it rest before adding it to the instant pot. It allows the fibers to rest, and you end up with a juicier piece of meat.

    Brown the Meat To get browned pork chops, they must first be pat dry with paper towels, otherwise they will only turn a whitish-gray color instead of searing.

    The goal of browning it is not to cook it through but to give a nice sear on the pork chops. It’s important not to overdo the browning because the goal is not to cook them fully.

    Cooking them fully in this step can cause them to lose their tenderness and become incredibly chewy. It’s essential to only brown each side of the pork chops for 2-3 minutes and finish it in the pressure cooker.

    Browned Bits Always scrape up any brown bits left behind from cooking in the Instant Pot. It can cause the infamous burn notice on the screen as it’s cooking, especially when there’s rice in it.

    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice with Dill Sauce

    Why Are My Pork Chops Tough?

    Pork chops are a slice of very lean meat, and because of this, they actually cook relatively quickly. You can easily overcook a pork chop, and it causes them to dry out super fast. This is why I like cooking thicker pork chops. Here in Iowa we call them the Iowa chop. They’re 2″ thick and any butcher can cut them this thick in the grocery store meat department.

    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Wild Rice with Dill Sauce

    Ingredients For Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice

    For this recipe, the number one ingredient to be aware of is using parboiled wild rice mix. It will not cook the same if it is not parboiled and wild rice also cooks differently than white or brown rice.

    • Bone-in Pork Chops
    • Canola Oil
    • Parboiled Wild Rice Mix
    • Chicken Broth

    Ingredients For Creamy Dill Sauce

    • Heavy Whipping Cream
    • Dijon Mustard
    • Lemon Juice
    • Minced Garlic
    • Dill
    • Salt
    • Black Pepper

    How Do You Cook Pork Chops and Rice in an Instant Pot?

    Follow these simple instructions for the meal of a lifetime. The entire process should take less than 40 minutes, though your first time may take a little longer. Here is how to get started.In a bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients.

    • Pat each pork chop dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.     
    • Set Instant Pot to Sauté function. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
    • Once the Instant Pot is hot, add 2 pork chops at a time and brown for 2-3 minutes on each side. Continue until all pork chops are browned, then press the Cancel button.
    • Set pork chops aside.
    • Add chicken broth to the Instant Pot and scrape up any brown tidbits left from the pork.
    • Add rice to the Instant Pot and stir. Place pork chops on top of the rice.
    • Pour all but ⅓ cup of the sauce on top of the pork chops in the Instant Pot.
    • Place the lid on top, seal the vent, and set it to Manual with 15 minutes on the timer.
    • It takes approximately 10-12 minutes for pressure to build before the timer counts down.
    • Once the cook time ends, quick release the vent, press the Cancel button so it does not continue to cook, and open the lid.
    • Remove pork chops and serve with the rice. Add remaining dill sauce on top of the pork chops.

    Final Thoughts

    Pork chops are one of my favorite dishes because they don’t take long to make. Using a pressure cooker allows you to cook the juiciest pork chops and rice all at once.

    Try these other delicious Instant Pot recipes!

    • Hamburger Helper
    • Macaroni and Cheese
    • Mashed Potatoes
    • Simple Pork Chops

    Enjoy!

    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice with Dill Sauce

    Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice with Dill Sauce

    This is a rich recipe for one-pot Instant Pot pork chops and rice with creamy dill sauce. It has a fresh taste of dill, lemon, and garlic, helping create the perfect bite. The best part of this dish is how creamy each bite is.
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Dishes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 6 minutes
    Cook Time: 39 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Author: Tiffany

    Ingredients

    • 4-2 ” Bone-in Pork Chops
    • 1-2 tbsp Canola Oil
    • 1 ⅔ cups Parboiled Wild Rice Mix –, Must be parboiled wild rice or it will not cook correctly.
    • 2 cups Chicken Broth

    Creamy Dill Sauce

    • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
    • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
    • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
    • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
    • 2 tsp Dill
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • ½ tsp Black Pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, whisk together the dill sauce ingredients.
    • Pat each pork chop dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of each pork chop with salt and pepper.
    • Set Instant Pot to the Saute setting. Add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add 2 pork chops at a time and brown for 2-3 minutes on each side. Continue until all pork chops are browned, then press the Cancel button. Set pork chops aside.
    • Add chicken broth to the Instant Pot and scrape up any brown bits left from the pork. Add rice to the pot and stir. Lay pork chops on top. Pour all but ⅓ cup of the dill sauce on top of the pork chops.
    • Place the lid on top, seal the vent, and set to Manual with 15 minutes on the timer. Allow pressure to build for approximately 10-12 minutes before the timer counts down. Once the timer ends, quick release the vent, and press the Cancel button so it does not continue to cook. Remove the lid.
    • Serve each pork chop with the remaining dill sauce.

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    Notes

    For more tips, see above the recipe card for all my advice on cooking Instant Pot pork chops and rice.
    This recipe was made using the 6 quart Instant Pot. Cooking times may vary with different sizes and brands.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 483 kcalCarbohydrates: 18 gProtein: 26 gFat: 34 gSaturated Fat: 17 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14 gTrans Fat: 1 gCholesterol: 136 mgSodium: 1309 mgFiber: 2 gSugar: 3 g

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