How to Prepare Lamb Chops
A great dinner starts with this tutorial on how to Prepare Lamb Chops, perfectly seasoned and seared for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 663kcal
Equipment
- cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops small - about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
2 sprigs fresh rosemary and/or thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Dab the lamb chops with a paper towel to dry.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried rosemary, and smoked paprika.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.
- Add the lamb chops in a single layer. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness (130°F for medium rare, 140°F for medium).
- Add the butter, garlic, and fresh rosemary to the skillet in the final minute of cooking. Be sure to tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the chops.
- Remove the chops from the skillet and place them on a plate. Tent the chops with foil to retain the heat, but let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 663kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 84g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 265mg | Sodium: 1364mg | Potassium: 1100mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 8mg | Net Carbohydrates: 1g