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The Juiciest Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin with Honey Balsamic Sauce

The Juiciest Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin with Honey Balsamic Sauce
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This Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin is incredibly juicy and packed with flavor, thanks to a rich honey balsamic sauce. The pressure cooker locks in moisture, creating a tender pork dish that tastes like it’s been slow-cooked for hours—but it’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or a special dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pork tenderloin (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Sear the Pork: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat olive oil, then sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. Deglaze the Pot: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
  3. Pressure Cook: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Pour over the pork. Secure the lid and set to High Pressure for 3 minutes. Let naturally release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
  4. Make the Sauce: Remove pork and set aside to rest. Switch the Instant Pot to Sauté mode, allowing the sauce to simmer and reduce for a few minutes. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir it in.
  5. Slice & Serve: Slice the pork into medallions, drizzle with the honey balsamic sauce, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, use a meat thermometer—pork is perfectly cooked at 145°F.
  • Letting the pork rest before slicing helps retain its juices.
  • If using frozen pork, skip the searing step and increase the cook time to 10 minutes.

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