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    Home / Recipes / Keto Dinners

    Instant Pot Pork Chops with BBQ Sauce (Keto)

    By Lisa MarcAurele on May 27, 2019 17 Comments - This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure

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    Instant Pot pork chops keto recipe with BBQ sauce
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    This Instant Pot pork chops recipe is made quickly and easily in your pressure cooker. Covered in homemade low carb BBQ sauce, this pork dinner is delicious and healthy!

    Instant Pot pork chops keto recipe with BBQ sauce
    Jump to:
    • What kind of pork cooks best in an Instant Pot?
    • Can I cook pork chops frozen?
    • Is BBQ sauce bad for keto?
    • How long does it take to cook pork chops in an Instant Pot?
    • Keto Pork Recipes
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    What kind of pork cooks best in an Instant Pot?

    For this BBQ pork chops recipe, I recommend using thick-cut bone-in pork chops. To prevent them from drying out, they should be at least 1-inch thick, if possible. That being said, you can use boneless pork chops if you prefer them. However, they will probably not take as long to cook through. You can reduce the pressure cooking time by one or maybe two minutes. I don’t recommend reducing the time by more than that.

    Also, to avoid risk of food poisoning, I suggest using a food thermometer to test the internal temperature of the chops. Pork is considered safe to eat when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

    If the temperature hasn’t reached that point, just place them back into the Instant Pot. Put the cover back on and cook for a couple of minutes longer.

    raw pork chops Instant Pot sauté setting

    Can I cook pork chops frozen?

    The Instant Pot is a busy cook’s best friend. Yes, you can use frozen pork chops for this Instant Pot pork chops recipe.

    However, keep in mind that you are cooking very cold meat. As a result, the frozen pork will increase the time it takes for the machine to come to pressure. You will also need to add a few minutes to the cooking time.

    Browned pork chops in pressure cooker

    Is BBQ sauce bad for keto?

    If you love condiments that are typically packed with sugar, like barbecue sauce, I have great news! You can enjoy the Instant Pot BBQ pork chops guilt-free!

    It can be tough to find a good keto barbecue sauce in the stores. But, it's so simple to make your own, using common ingredients you likely have in your kitchen.

    pork chops cooking in barbecue sauce in Instant Pot

    The best news is, it doesn’t take much time at all to make this homemade low carb BBQ sauce. That being said, if you would rather buy it, there are some low carb and keto BBQ sauces available.

    • G Hughes Smokehouse has a sugar-free BBQ sauce that is available at Target and other large retailers.
    • Guy’s Award-Winning BBQ Sauce has several varieties of keto-friendly sauces available. You can purchase them online, from Amazon, Netrition, and The Low Carb Grocery.

    The bbq sauce is really delicious on the Instant Pot pork chops, but there are other great ways to use it, too. You can add it to meatloaf, burgers, grilled chicken. Or use it as a dipping sauce for appetizers. All-around, it’s just a fantastic condiment to have handy in your fridge.

    Fully cooked BBQ pork chops in pressure cooker

    How long does it take to cook pork chops in an Instant Pot?

    Before you can pressure cook the pork chops, you will want to sear them first. Fortunately, the Instant Pot sauté function makes it quick and easy to do.

    If you don’t sear the chops before pressure cooking them, they are likely to lose moisture. As a result, you will end up with pork chops that are dry and chewy. By searing the chops first, you will lock the moisture inside of the meat. This will give you pork chops that are juicy and delicious!

    bone-in pork chops without BBQ sauce

    Start by searing the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side. At that point, you will deglaze the pot, then add the ingredients. Put the lid on, set it, and forget it! You’re good to go about your business!

    Since the Instant Pot will already be hot, it shouldn’t take very long for it to build pressure. Most likely, a few minutes. Once it does come to pressure, the pork chops will cook for 5 minutes. You will follow that up with a 10 minute slow pressure release.

    So, in total, it will take roughly 25-30 minutes to make the Instant Pot BBQ pork chops recipe. And they go well with any keto BBQ side dishes. You can also make keto pulled chicken with the BBQ sauce.

    pressure cooker pork chop on plate with BBQ sauce

    Keto Pork Recipes

    Do you want to make a few more low carb and keto pork recipes? Here are some of my favorites:

    • Instant Pot Smothered Pork Chops
    • How to Cook Boneless Pork Ribs in the Oven
    • Chinese Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice
    • Filipino Pork Bistek Recipe

    I hope you enjoy this easy pressure cooker recipe. And be sure to leave a comment to let me know how it turned out if you do give it a try.

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    📖 Recipe

    Instant Pot Pork Chops on white plate and fork and knife

    Instant Pot Pork Chops with BBQ Sauce (Keto)

    Author: Lisa MarcAurele
    5 from 10 votes
    The electric pressure cooker is a great way to cook pork chops so they are juicy and tender. This easy recipes cooks them in homemade keto barbecue sauce.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Pressure build & release20 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings 4 people
    Calories 308

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    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 4 medium pork chops about 12 ounces
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 batch low carb BBQ sauce uncooked

    Instructions

    • Heat olive oil in Instant Pot on sauté setting.
    • Brown meat in the hot oil. Set aside on a plate.
    • Deglaze pan with the water. Then add in a small amount of the prepared BBQ sauce. Top with 2 pork chops, then half the remaining sauce. Add the other 2 pieces and top with the remaining sauce.
    • Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
    • When cooking time is reached, allow for a 10 minute pressure release before opening the lid.
    • Serve hot, topping each pork chop with the BBQ sauce.

    Notes

    Any low carb BBQ sauce can be used. You'll need about ½ to ¾ cup. If using the Low Carb Yum recipe, there's no need to cook it first (just blend the ingredients in a bowl).

    Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 308 | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 1153mg | Potassium: 822mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 840IU | Vitamin C: 5.4mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2.2mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 5 g | % Carbs: 6.8 % | % Protein: 41 % | % Fat: 52.2 % | SmartPoints: 8
    Values
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    Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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    Comments

    1. chihyu

      June 01, 2019 at 10:00 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! I can taste all the yummy flavor from here and love that it's low carb.

      Reply
    2. Brittany

      June 01, 2019 at 8:33 am

      SO excited to make these! Would the cooking time change much if I did 6 pork chips instead of 4?

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        June 02, 2019 at 6:40 am

        There should be very little difference in time. Maybe just increase the natural pressure release to 15 minutes?

        Reply
    3. Zuzana

      June 01, 2019 at 2:05 am

      5 stars
      I have never actually made Pork Chops in an Instant Pot. Now its the time with this lovely recipe.

      Reply
    4. STACEY CRAWFORD

      May 30, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      I have all the ingredients to make these for dinner tonight! So easy 🙂

      Reply
    5. Hope

      May 29, 2019 at 8:12 pm

      5 stars
      I never would of thought of cooking pork chops in the IP, I bet they come out so tender, great idea!

      Reply
    6. Jean

      May 29, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      I've never cooked pork chops in the IP but what fantastic idea! That bbq sauce sounds amaaazing.

      Reply
    7. Joni Gomes

      May 29, 2019 at 10:17 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! Very little ingredients but it results in so much flavor!

      Reply
    8. Tessa Simpson

      May 28, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      Having oober simple dishes like this ready to go at a moments notice are totally my jam as of late! Simplicity is best, and tasty too!

      Reply
    9. Ivana

      May 27, 2019 at 10:59 pm

      5 stars
      I'm just here collecting instant pot recipes. We just got one so I'm very excited to start experimenting. This looks SO good!

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        May 28, 2019 at 6:59 am

        Enjoy the recipe and the new Instant Pot!

        Reply
    10. Sherry

      May 27, 2019 at 10:10 pm

      Where do i get the recipe for rhe bbq sauce please

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        May 28, 2019 at 10:17 am

        By clicking on the link in the ingredient list which goes to this recipe: https://lowcarbyum.com/low-carb-bbq-sauce-paleo-gluten-free/

        Reply
    11. Renee D Kohley

      May 27, 2019 at 5:28 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the link to the BBQ sauce! This is so easy - can't wait to try it! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        May 27, 2019 at 7:19 pm

        It's super easy and the barbecue sauce is really tasty. My husband ate all the leftovers and he's not low carb.

        Reply
    12. Raia Todd

      May 27, 2019 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! These sound so easy! I've never made pork chops before, but I will definitely pin this to try!

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        May 27, 2019 at 7:17 pm

        Thanks for sharing!

        Reply

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