30 Pork Tenderloin Recipes for Instant Pot That Is Going to Revolutionize Weeknight Dinners! 

August 27, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Has your busy lifestyle got you stuck in a dinner rut? Well, it is about to come to an end! With these pork tenderloin recipes for Instant Pot, you are going to be able to make the most delicious dishes with practically no effort at all. Go ahead and check these out! 

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1. Herb Pork Tenderloin with Honey Mustard Sauce

If you are looking for simple, subtle, yet delicious flavors, then this is the recipe for you! Here, the pork tenderloin is tossed in dried herbs and sauteed in the Instant Pot before a honey, mustard, and chicken broth is added into the mix. The tenderloin is cooked until tender and flavorful! 

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Herb Pork Tenderloin with Honey Mustard Sauce

2. Orange Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin 

Want to bump up the flavor with your tenderloin? Give this recipe a try! The pork is dusted with herbs and spices before being browned. It is then pressure cooked in a delicious orange juice, honey, and garlic sauce. Thicken the sauce and serve alongside the tenderloin. 

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Orange Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin

3. Italian Pork Tenderloin 

Full of subtle flavors, this is a great recipe for when you are in the mood for a classic and comforting dish! The tenderloin is coated in Italian herbs and browned. The pork is then cooked in a stock and white brown until tender. 

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Italian Pork Tenderloin

4. Balsamic Pork Tenderloin 

This recipe is going to make it seem like you are a master chef while taking very little effort on your part! The tenderloin is seasoned with Italian seasonings and then cooked in a balsamic, brown sugar, and soy sauce. For the finishing touches, reduce the sauce so that it forms a glaze and drizzle this over the tenderloin when serving. 

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Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

5. Creamy Paprika Pork Tenderloin 

This recipe is a great way to add flavor to your pork tenderloin without overpowering the natural notes of the meat. The paprika lends a peppery sweetness to the pork while the broth adds savoriness. The heavy cream makes this dish truly indulgent! 

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Creamy Paprika Pork Tenderloin

6. Smoky Pork Tenderloin 

You don’t usually imagine a smoky flavor when you think of Instant Pot dishes but this recipe manages thanks to liquid smoke! The tenderloin is coated in brown sugar and spices and then pressure cooked in a smoky broth. Once the pork is done, you can thicken the cooking juices and use it as a gravy! 

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Smoky Pork Tenderloin

7. Pork Tenderloin with Mushrooms 

Tenderloin and mushrooms go so well together and make for a hearty and healthy dish! The mushrooms and onions are sauteed in the Instant Pot and then browned tenderloin is placed on top, followed by broth. This dish tastes amazing served over freshly cooked rice. 

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Pork Tenderloin with Mushrooms

8. Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes and Gravy

Yes, you can make tenderloin and potatoes in the Instant Pot at the same time! The tenderloin is coated in delicious herbs, browned, and then placed on top of sliced potatoes. These ingredients are then cooked in a savory broth until perfect! 

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Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes and Gravy

9. Honey Garlic Ginger Pork Tenderloin 

This recipe has all the classic flavors you love plus a good helping of fresh ginger! This adds some tang and earthiness to mix, really take this tenderloin up a notch. As an added bonus, this recipe is super quick to prepare and you can have dinner on the table in about half an hour! 

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Honey Garlic Ginger Pork Tenderloin

10. Brown Sugar Chili Pork Tenderloin 

Sweet and spicy, what a perfect combination! In this recipe, the tenderloin is coated in brown sugar and chili powder as well as a little bit of smoked paprika and cinnamon to round out the flavors! The pork is cooked in broth until tender. 

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Brown Sugar Chili Pork Tenderloin

11. Garlic Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin 

The flavors in this tenderloin are just incredible! The rub is kept quite simple with basic herbs and spices, allowing the sauce to be the star of the show. The sauce is made up of garlic, maple syrup, and dijon mustard – they elevate the flavors of the tenderloin without overpowering it! 

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Garlic Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin

12. Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin 

Sweet with some serious tang, this is an incredible dish that is perfect for those fall months! Here, the pork tenderloin is pressure cooked in a mix of apple cider, apples, balsamic vinegar, and white wine! Oh but wait, it gets better. Once the pork is cooked to perfection, the cooking juices are blended, mixed with brown sugar, butter, and an apple cider slurry for an amazing sauce! 

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Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin

13. Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin 

You won’t believe how easy it is for you to prepare this delicious sweet and savory teriyaki pork tenderloin! All you have to do is pop the tenderloin in the Instant Pot and add the ingredients for the homemade teriyaki sauce. Then, cook until the pork is fork tender! 

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Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin

14. Balsamic Apple Pork Tenderloin 

This is a dish that is sure to be comforting all year long! The tenderloin is pressure cooked in apples, balsamic vinegar, apple juice, and fresh herbs for a truly refreshing flavor. Once done, add butter and honey to the sauce and thicken it, serving alongside the pork. 

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Balsamic Apple Pork Tenderloin

15. Sweet and Smoky Pork Tenderloin 

Thanks to this recipe, you don’t have to touch a grill to enjoy barbecue flavors! The tenderloin is tossed in smoky spices and herbs and then cooked in barbecue sauce, maple syrup, and liquid smoke. Once the pork is done cooking, reduce and thicken the sauce and serve as a drizzle! 

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Sweet and Smoky Pork Tenderloin

16. Apple Bourbon Pork Tenderloin 

Rich, sweet, smoky, and tangy – this Instant Pot has everything you could want and more! This is a nice cozy recipe for when the weather gets cold. The tenderloin is cooked in the most incredible broth that is then reduced to an apple sauce that is served with the pork. 

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Apple Bourbon Pork Tenderloin

17. Hawaiian Pork Tenderloin 

This pork tenderloin is just a flavor explosion! The tenderloin is coated with garlic paste and sprinkled with a zesty rub. The pork is browned and then cooked in crushed pineapple, ginger chili flakes, and broth. This dish has a gorgeous summery feel to it. 

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Hawaiian Pork Tenderloin

18. Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Tenderloin 

This incredible recipe is going to put all the takeout that you have ever had to shame! The apricot preserves bring the sweetness while the sambal oelek adds a touch of the spicy. The tenderloin is coated in even more seasonings to take the flavor to a whole new level! 

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Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Tenderloin

19. Pepper Garlic Pork Tenderloin 

The tenderloin is coated in the most incredible crust! Pepper, garlic, and brown sugar are thoroughly mixed together and patted onto the pork. The meat is then cooked in a broth, honey, and balsamic glaze to balance out the flavors with some savory sweet tang! 

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Pepper Garlic Pork Tenderloin

20. Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Rosemary

Subtle and warming, this is a great recipe for a comforting dish with minimal effort! Seasoned and browned tenderloin is placed on top of sauteed apples and onions in a butter, broth, and sugar sauce. This is then topped with fresh rosemary. Everything is pressure cooked until tender.  

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Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Rosemary

21. Pork Tenderloin with Potato and Carrots

If you want a full meal cooked all at once, then this is a good recipe to check out! The pork, carrots, and potatoes are cooked in a savory broth. With just 5 minutes of prep time, you can have a whole dinner out on the table in less than 40 minutes. 

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Pork Tenderloin with Potato and Carrots

22. Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes and Creamy Mushroom Sauce

In this recipe, you can cook the potatoes and the pork together. The pork is seasoned and browned before being placed on top of diced potatoes and cooked in a creamy broth. The only thing that isn’t cooked in the Instant pot is the mushroom sauce that goes along with the pork and potatoes. 

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Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes and Creamy Mushroom Sauce

23. Pork Tenderloin with Orange Chipotle Sauce

If you love complex flavors working together, then you are going to love this recipe! The orange marmalade works in perfect harmony with the chipotle and other smoky elements of the dish. The dried apricots add another layer of sweetness while still being balanced out by the spices. 

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Pork Tenderloin with Orange Chipotle Sauce

24. Pork Tenderloin with Beer

With this recipe, you are just 30 minutes away from the most incredible meal! The tenderloin is seasoned and then pressure cooked in beer. This results in a super juicy and tender cut that has rich and complex flavors! 

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Pork Tenderloin with Beer

25. French Onion Pork Tenderloin 

This tenderloin dish is so incredibly savory and flavorful and there is so little work that you need to do! The pork gets most of its flavor from the French onion soup mix. Cook the tenderloin in this and broth and you have a really yummy dish in just 30 minutes! 

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French Onion Pork Tenderloin

26. Spiced Pork Tenderloin 

This Instant Pot tenderloin dish is seasoned with every spice you can imagine – Cajun seasoning, paprika, cinnamon – the works! It is then cooked in broth, herbs, and liquid smoke until you get the yummiest and most tender pork you can imagine. 

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Spiced Pork Tenderloin

27. Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes

Sweetness is the perfect partner for pork which is why this is such an epic dish! Here, the pork is cooked on top of sweet potatoes, apples, and apple juice until tender. The potatoes and apples are then turned into a mash or puree to be served alongside the pork. 

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Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes

28. BBQ Pulled Pork Tenderloin 

What if you could get pulled pork in a little over an hour rather than having to wait for hours on end? With this pork tenderloin recipe, this is exactly what you get! The tenderloin is patted down in a barbecue rub and then pressure cooked in barbecue sauce, broth, and apple cider vinegar. Once tender, the meat is shredded and served with the cooking sauce. 

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BBQ Pulled Pork Tenderloin

29. Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin 

Sweet, tangy, and savory – this recipe offers up a stunning glaze for your tenderloin. The glaze is made of maple syrup, orange juice, and brown sugar. The key to ensuring that the tenderloin is properly coated is to spoon the juices over the pork before and after cooking. 

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Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin

30. Cranberry Pork Tenderloin 

If you are looking for an alternative dish for the holiday season, this cranberry pork tenderloin might be the perfect candidate! You start by whipping up a sauce that is made from canned cranberry sauce, dried cranberries, cranberry-apple juice, ketchup, and vinegar. The tenderloin is then pressure cooked in this until just right! 

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Cranberry Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin is such a healthy option and now, thanks to these Instant Pot recipes, it is also a super easy one too! Whip up any of these recipes to dazzle family members and guests alike! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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