Description
These Juicy Garlic Butter Lamb Chops offer a flavorful and tender dining experience, featuring fresh herbs and a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfectly seared to lock in juiciness and enhanced with rosemary, thyme, and a splash of lemon juice, this quick stovetop recipe brings gourmet taste to your table in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb Chops
- 4 lamb chops
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Season the Lamb Chops: Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear, then season evenly with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, lemon juice, and unsalted butter. Mix well to create the flavorful butter sauce.
- Heat the Skillet and Sear: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, sear the lamb chops for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
- Add Garlic Butter and Cook: Reduce heat slightly, add the garlic butter mixture to the skillet, and spoon the melted butter continuously over the lamb chops for another 2 to 3 minutes until cooked to your preferred doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes. Drizzle the remaining garlic butter from the pan over the chops before serving.
Notes
- Letting the lamb rest after cooking helps retain its juices for a tender bite.
- Use fresh herbs for a vibrant and aromatic flavor.
- If desired, serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Cook lamb chops to at least medium-rare (145°F) for safety and optimal juiciness.
