Garlic and Herb Crusted Lamb Chops
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Garlic and Herb Crusted Lamb Chops, a dish that brings together succulent lamb with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs for an exquisite dining experience. Ideal for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this recipe allows you to create a gourmet meal in under 75 minutes. The highlight is the delectable two-ingredient pan sauce that elevates the dish to new heights of deliciousness. Impress your guests and loved ones with this easy-to-follow recipe that showcases just how simple it is to achieve restaurant-quality results at home.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 lamb chops per serving) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb rib chops (8 count)
- 5 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix pressed garlic, olive oil (reserve some), parsley, Tabasco sauce, sea salt, black pepper, and thyme.
- Marinate the lamb chops in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge.
- Preheat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add reserved olive oil.
- Sear each side of the marinated lamb chops for about 3-4 minutes until golden-brown.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for medium-rare doneness (145°F).
- Remove chops from skillet; make pan sauce by adding chicken stock and butter to deglaze.
- Serve lamb chops with pan sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops (200g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 809 mg
- Fat: 41 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg