Prepare a quick and easy Instant Pot pork loin roast with vegetables, a recipe designed for both simplicity and family appeal. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a wholesome, gluten-free dinner that’s bound to please even the pickiest eaters.
Within the span of 40 minutes, you can slice and dice your veggies, sear the pork tenderloin, and have both meat and vegetables ready to serve. If you opt for pre-chopped veggies, this weeknight dinner can be on the table in under 30 minutes.
This pork loin recipe in the instant pot fits seamlessly into busy weeknight routines, ensuring that regardless of your family’s activities or work commitments, a flavorful and nourishing meal is served. Plus, the leftovers make for a delish meal the next day. Be sure to explore the creative ways to enjoy them further below.
For more vegetable-packed instant pot recipes, check out our Instant Pot Chuck Roast, Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry (Gluten-free), Instant Pot Broccoli (without a steamer basket) and Instant Pot Baby Red Potatoes.
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Ingredients
- 1 pork loin ✅ We used Smithfield Garlic & Herb Loin Filet which is labeled gluten-free
- 2 tablespoons Canola oil
- 5 large red potatoes, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 5 medium carrots, peeled
- 1 cup chicken broth ✅
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make Pork Loin in Instant Pot
Remove pork loin from the refrigerator and let sit for 30 minutes. Allowing the meat to sit at room temperature makes it easier to sear.
Turn the instant pot to sauté
Heat high-heat oil in the instant pot. High heat oils have high smoke points (400 degrees F and higher) and include avocado oil, almond oil, corn oil, canola oil, grapeseed oil, peanut oil, safflower oil, sesame oil, and sunflower oil.
Pro Tip: In this case, olive oil has too low of a smoke point and should not be used when searing meat.
Once the oil is glistening in the pan, swirl it around, lightly covering the bottom of the pan. Place the Smithfield Garlic & Herb Loin Filet into the instant pot and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side. Don’t poke or prod the meat. Remove the pork loin from the instant pot and set it aside.
Deglaze the instant pot and add the vegetables
Add the chicken broth to the hot instant pot, scraping the bits off the bottom. Layer in the potatoes and carrots.
Place the pork loin on top then cook
Place the pork onto the vegetables then place the lid onto the instant pot. Turn to sealing. Cook at high pressure for 9 minutes.
Quick-release and rest
Once the time is up do a quick release then take the internal temperature to make sure it hits 145°F. Let the tenderloin rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
How To Make Gravy for the Pork Roast
- Whisk 3/4 cup white wine or chicken broth and boil until reduced by half
- Whisk 1 tablespoon of butter into the sauce
- Remove from heat, and serve
What to do with pork loin leftovers
- Top a leafy green salad with sliced pork loin, add leftover roasted veggies, and drizzle with your favorite dressing
- Make tacos or nachos by adding sliced pork into taco shells or on top of chips
- Make homemade pork enchiladas drizzled with the best enchilada sauce
- Turn into a pork and rice bake
- Freeze for another busy night
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Prep and Rest the Pork: Before you start cooking, take the pork loin out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This allows the meat to sear more evenly and develop a better crust.
- Sear for Flavor: Turn the Instant Pot to the “Sauté” mode and heat the canola oil. Once it’s hot, carefully add the pork loin. Sear it for 3-4 minutes on each side to create a flavorful exterior. After searing, transfer the pork loin to a plate and set it aside.
- Deglazing for Flavor: To enhance the depth of flavor, pour the chicken broth into the hot Instant Pot, scraping the browned bits from the bottom. These caramelized bits are packed with taste and will infuse your dish with richness.
- Layering for Even Cooking: Arrange the diced red potatoes, sweet potatoes, and peeled carrots in the Instant Pot. This layering helps the vegetables cook uniformly and soak up the delicious flavors from the broth and pork.
- Proper Placement: Place the seared pork loin on top of the layered vegetables. This allows the pork juices to blend with the vegetables, resulting in a harmonious dish.
- Sealing and Pressure Cooking: Secure the Instant Pot lid in the sealing position. Cook the pork and vegetables at high pressure for 9 minutes. Pressure cooking not only saves time but also makes the meat tender and flavorful.
- Quick Release and Temperature Check: When the cooking time is up, perform a quick pressure release. To ensure your pork is safe to eat, check its internal temperature using a meat thermometer. It should register at least 145°F. Allow the pork loin to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to retain its juices and tenderness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cook a 2lb pork loin on high pressure for 9 minutes then test the internal temperature before cooking any longer. Overcooking the pork will result in a tough and chewy tenderloin. If cooking a larger pork loin, adjust the cooking time by adding 5 minutes per pound.
If you are new user of an Instant pot, check out our How To Use An Instant Pot: A Beginners Guide. It has all the ins & outs of how to make delicious meals.
Absolutely! Choose any root vegetable to swap in place of the potatoes and carrots or add in addition to.
We love to serve pork tenderloin with a reduction sauce drizzled over the top. It adds the perfect final touch of flavor and is super simple to make.
Storage Instructions
Allow any leftovers to cool. Portion the remaining food into meal-sized portions and store them in airtight containers or resealable bags, ensuring a tight seal. Always label the containers with the date of preparation for easy tracking of freshness. If you plan to consume the leftovers within a few days, refrigerate them, maintaining a temperature of 40°F (4°C) or lower, and use them within 3-4 days.
For longer-term storage, consider freezing the leftovers; they can stay in the freezer for 2-3 months when properly sealed. When ready to enjoy your leftovers, ensure thorough reheating, with the pork reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure safety.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- You can tell oil is hot by splashing a drop of water or dropping a small piece of onion, garlic or carrot in the pot to see if it sizzles
- Deglazing a pot allows you to take all of the flavors sitting on the bottom of the pot and mix into the recipe
- Cut the carrots and potatoes roughly the same size to allow each piece to cook evenly
More Instant Pot Pork Recipes
- Pulled Pork Roast Instant Pot Recipe
- Instant Pot Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
- Easy Instant Pot BBQ Ribs
- Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
- Instant Pot Asian Pork
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pork loin ✅ We used Smithfield Garlic & Herb Loin Filet which is labeled gluten-free
- 2 tablespoons Canola oil
- 5 large red potatoes, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 5 medium carrots, peeled
- 1 cup chicken broth ✅
Instructions
- Remove pork from the refrigerator. Remove pork loin from the refrigerator and let sit for 30 minutes. This allows the meat to sear easier.1 pork loin
- ⭐️Turn the instant pot to saute. Heat the oil in the instant pot. Once hot, place the pork loin into the instant pot and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove the pork loin from the instant pot and set it aside.2 tablespoons Canola oil
- ⭐️Deglaze the instant pot and add the vegetables. Add the chicken broth to the hot instant pot, scraping the bits off the bottom. Layer in the potatoes and carrots.5 large red potatoes, diced, 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced, 5 medium carrots, peeled, 1 cup chicken broth
- ⭐️Place the pork loin on top then cook. Place the pork onto the vegetables then place the lid onto the instant pot. Turn to sealing. Cook at high pressure for 9 minutes.
- ⭐️Quick-release and rest. Once the time is up do a quick release then take the internal temperature to make sure it hits 145°F. Let the tenderloin rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
How Long To Cook Pork Loin
Cook a 2lb pork loin on high pressure for 9 minutes then test the internal temperature before cooking any longer. Over cooking the pork will result in a tough and chewy tenderloin. If cooking a larger pork loin, adjust the cooking time by adding 5 minutes per pound. CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Nutrition
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David | Spiced says
This sounds like a delicious meal…I love the roasted root veggies in there with the marinated pork loin. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe and the info, too! #client
Create Kids Club says
Thanks David! It was a fun recipe to make ๐
Food 4 Success, LLC says
This looks delicious! And even better, it takes one pan!
Create Kids Club says
Thanks Elissa! It was delicious and simple – a keeper!
Charlene Pors says
Love easy weeknight meals like this! I don’t eat pork but will definitely be trying this with chicken!
Create Kids Club says
It would be delicious this way too, Charlene.
Christy Brissette says
Only 1 pan to clean? Count me in! Love this idea ๐
Create Kids Club says
Thanks Chirsty!
nutrisavvysblog says
I don’t generally eat pork, but this dish may change my mind – looks so delicious!
Create Kids Club says
It is a great recipe to give pork another chance! The pre-marinated pork adds so much flavor and is simple to cook ๐
Erin Hendrickson, The Minimalist RD says
I love one pan meals and thanks for including ways to utilize the left overs! Thanks for sharing ๐
Create Kids Club says
Thanks for checking the recipe out, Erin!
EatRealLiveWell says
I just love roasted root veggies! Perfect for sheet pan meals ๐
Create Kids Club says
They work so well!
@EatRightMama says
This sounds so yummy and it’s such a great idea to cook the roast over the veggies! I love the way you go step-by-step and include pics in the recipe:)
Create Kids Club says
Thanks Bridget! I find it’s easier to get my kiddos to eat more veggies if they are that extra boost of flavor ๐
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
Yummy! I love a nice pork! This recipe looks really delicious! And yes, the years just fly by. It’s crazy!
Create Kids Club says
It is crazy, Elaine! Thanks ๐
Dannell Martin says
This wa great! Thanks for sharing!
Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
Total comfort food right here! I love meals like this – it looks fantastic!
Create Kids Club says
Thank you!!
Monica | Nourish & Fete says
I LOVE sheet pan meals (who doesn’t!?) but typically gravitate to chicken or seafood for them. Definitely bookmarking this as an option to change it up with pork – it looks so tasty!
Create Kids Club says
Thank you, Monica! Let me know if you give it a try! It is super easy ๐
Jill says
My family enjoyed this meal – and I loved how easy it was!