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Instant Pot Recipes: Honey Balsamic Pulled Pork You'll Crave Again

When dinner feels like a mountain to climb, this Honey Balsamic Pulled Pork recipe is your gentle nudge back into the kitchen. We all hit those evenings where we stare blankly at the fridge hoping it’ll whisper ideas—this is that whisper, loud and clear. You toss everything in the Instant Pot, press a couple of buttons, and voilà—tender, sweet-savory pork that basically melts when your fork looks at it. The balance of honey and balsamic isn’t just good—it’s worth writing home about (and hey, maybe even making twice in one week). This one fits right into your weeknight rush or Sunday meal prep without stress. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or freezing some for later, this recipe checks every box. Let’s make pork proud again.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken instant pot recipes, easy dinner, Instant Pot, instant pot recipe, instant pot recipes, Instant Pot Recipes Easy, instant pot recipes healthy, Meal Prep, pulled pork
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Camila

Ingredients

  • 4-5 lb pork shoulder (or pork butt), trimmed and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening sauce)

Instructions

  1. Add pork, broth, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to your Instant Pot.
  2. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 65 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining.
  3. Remove the pork and shred it with two forks. Set aside.
  4. Switch the Instant Pot to sauté. Stir together cornstarch and water, then pour into the pot and whisk.
  5. Let it bubble for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Return shredded pork to the pot and stir to coat in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot on buns, over rice, or however your heart desires.