Description
Garlic Butter Lamb Chops are a delightful dish with rich flavors and simple preparation. Infused with fresh herbs and garlic, these chops are perfect for a quick dinner or an elegant meal that showcases your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 lamb chops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Divide the Italian herbs into two equal portions.
- Season the lamb chops with salt, pepper, and half the fresh herbs on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt half the butter.
- Add the lamb chops to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
- Remove chops from the pan and let rest on a wire rack.
- As the chops rest, add the remaining half of the butter to the pan and melt.
- Add shallot and garlic and heat until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add the remaining fresh herbs.
- Stir in wine to deglaze the pan, stirring up browned bits of lamb.
- Bring the sauce to a boil and let reduce and thicken, about 2 minutes.
- Drizzle the sauce over the lamb.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh parsley or sprigs of rosemary over the lamb chops before serving.
- Serve the garlic butter pan-seared lamb chops with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
Notes
Ensure lamb chops are at room temperature before cooking for even doneness.
Let the chops rest after cooking to retain the juices.
Pair with a side salad for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg