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Juicy Garlic Butter Lamb Chops

Juicy Garlic Butter Lamb Chops for Effortless Gourmet Nights

Experience the magic of Juicy Garlic Butter Lamb Chops; tender, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 7 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb
  • 8 rib Lamb Chops The star of the dish; tender and flavorful.
For the Garlicky Glaze
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Creates a luscious glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Prevents butter from burning.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 Lemon Cut into wedges

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

How to Make Juicy Garlic Butter Lamb Chops
  1. Allow the lamb chops to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden crust forms.
  5. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, minced garlic, and rosemary, and baste the lamb chops.
  6. Check internal temperature of 130°F for medium-rare, then tent with foil for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the lamb chops just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pair with creamy mashed potatoes for a delightful meal.

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