This recipe for Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice is perfect for a busy weeknight or a Sunday dinner. This easy one-pot meal is balanced, nutritious, and flavorful. You only need 40 minutes from start to finish.

bowl with three pork chops served with rice and veggies and a fork.

Pork chops, rice, onion, peas and carrots, and broth cook together in the Instant Pot for a simple one-pot dinner.

All you have to do is sauté the onion, add rinsed rice and broth, then place thin pork chops and frozen veggies on top and pressure cook on high pressure. The frozen vegetables get cooked along with the pork chops and rice all at the same time!

I’ve made this style of Instant Pot dinner many times and kept adjusting it until the rice cooked through without drying out the pork.

This recipe results in tender pork and perfectly cooked rice. I’ve also perfected the recipe so you don’t get the burn notice. I’ve made this recipe at least a handful of times (I’m also the author of the best-selling Healthy Meal Prep Instant Pot Cookbook).

Why This Recipe Works

  • The timing is matched on purpose: thin pork chops finish in the same window the rice needs, so you don’t end up with crunchy rice or dry pork.
  • No-stir method = better rice: leaving the rice undisturbed helps it cook evenly and reduces sticking/gumminess on the bottom.
  • Built-in flavor: sautéed onion and garlic plus broth season the rice as it cooks (so the rice tastes like dinner, not a side).
  • Not ideal for: very thick pork chops (unless you adjust; see recipe tips in the recipe card).

Key Ingredients

photo with labeled ingredients for instant pot pork chops and rice recipe.
  • Thinly-sliced pork chops are the base of this tasty dish. Don’t use bone-in pork chops in this recipe. It’s best to use thin pork chops so they get cooked through.
  • Long-grain white rice cooks together with the pork chops (use basmati rice or jasmine rice). Don’t use long grain brown rice in this recipe as it won’t get cooked through.
  • Water or broth add moisture to the dish and keeps the pork from drying out.
  • Onions plus frozen carrots and peas helps add more texture and nutrition to the dish.

Please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.

Recipe Steps

sautéing onions inside instant pot.

Step One: Sauté the onions in oil using the sauté function on your Instant Pot. I use the 6-quart Instant Pot duo model.

rice and broth inside instant pot with onions.

Step Two: Turn off the sauté function and add the broth (or water) and rinsed rice.

ingredients for pork chops and rice inside instant pot.

Step Three: Add the frozen veggies and pork chops.

Please see the full recipe card below for the exact ingredients and measurements.

cooked pork chops and rice with veggies inside instant pot.

Step Four: Cook on high pressure according to the recipe card below.

Transfer the pork chops to a serving plate or serving dish, and then stir the rice and veggies. Serve hot.

I hope this great recipe becomes a new family favorite in your house too! It’s a complete meal that the whole family loves.

plate with cooked pork chops and rice.

How to Prevent the Burn Notice (& Why the Rice Won’t Burn)

The most important rule for this recipe is do not stir once the rice and liquid are added. Stirring can cause rice to sink to the bottom of the pot, where it may scorch and trigger the burn notice.

To prevent burning in this recipe:

  • Always rinse the rice before adding it
  • Make sure the rice is fully covered by liquid
  • Layer the pork chops and vegetables on top, without stirring
  • Use a 6-quart Instant Pot (smaller pots increase burn risk)

Following these steps allows the rice to steam evenly while the pork cooks gently on top.

Recipe FAQs 

Is it safe to cook raw pork and rice at the same time in an Instant Pot?

Yes. As long as the rice has enough liquid and the pork is placed on top according to the recipe instructions, both can cook together safely and evenly in the Instant Pot.

How much hands-on time does this recipe take?

You’ll need about 10 minutes to prep this recipe to get it into the Instant Pot. After that, you just have to sit back and wait for it to cook. So, the total hands-on cooking time is about 10-15 minutes so it’s a great way to get dinner on the table easily.

Can I use other vegetables besides frozen peas and carrots?

Yes, you could use frozen green beans or frozen green pepper. I would be sure to use frozen vegetables, otherwise they will get over-cooked.

How do I keep the rice from burning?

This can happen due to a variety of different conditions. To help prevent it from happening, consider adding a little bit of extra oil to the bottom of the pot before adding the rice. Or, you can also spray the bottom of the pot with nonstick cooking oil before making this dish.

It can also help to make sure that any browned bits or brown bits from the onions using the sauté function are scraped up with a wooden spoon.

Can I double this recipe?

You can double the recipe only if the pork chops do not overlap too much. Keep the cooking time the same, but make sure the rice is still fully submerged in liquid and layered evenly.

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Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice Recipe

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This recipe for Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice is perfect for a busy weeknight or a Sunday dinner. This easy one-pot meal is balanced, nutritious, and flavorful. You only need 40 minutes from start to finish.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 4 thin-cut boneless pork chops
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 3 scallions, sliced (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Press the Sauté function on a 6-quart Instant Pot. Pour in the oil and let it heat up for a few minutes.
  2. Add the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until they start to soften.
  3. Cancel the sauté function and add the rinsed rice, water, and salt to the pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the pork chops on top and then the frozen peas and carrots. Do not stir.
  5. Lock on the lid and set the time to 5 minutes at high pressure.
  6. When the cooking time is complete, let the pressure come down naturally for 15 minutes.
  7. Then, remove the lid and transfer the pork chops to a serving plate. Stir the rice with the vegetables and serve with the pork chops.
  8. Enjoy hot.

Notes

  1. Store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
  2. If you want to use an alternative vegetable in this dish, try frozen green beans.
  3. The total cooking time includes 10 minutes for the pot to come up to pressure, plus 15 minutes natural release time.
  4. If you want to use an alternative vegetable in this dish, try frozen green beans.
  5. You can use water or broth in this recipe.
  6. This recipe works best in a 6-quart pressure cooker. I have not tested it in an 8-quart Instant Pot.
  7. Using thicker pork chops? If your chops are thicker than about ¾-inch, pound them to an even thickness or slice them horizontally. Otherwise, they can overcook by the time the rice is tender.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe
  • Calories: 372
  • Sugar: 1.7 g
  • Sodium: 568.1 mg
  • Fat: 9.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33.4 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 36.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 92.6 mg

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