Description
This flavorful Lamb Chops Marinade Recipe features tender lamb chops seasoned with a fragrant garlic herb marinade. Perfectly cooked in a skillet with butter and olive oil, these lamb chops develop a deliciously browned crust and juicy interior. Ideal for a special dinner served with your favorite dipping sauce or homemade mint chutney.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lamb Chops
- 8 lamb chops, each approx. 1-inch thick
- Salt and pepper, to season
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking
Instructions
- Season: Generously season both sides of your lamb chops with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Prepare the garlic herb marinade: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and rosemary. Use a pastry brush to coat both sides of the lamb chops with the marinade. Discard any remaining marinade and let the chops sit at room temperature for 30 minutes for optimal flavor absorption.
- Cook: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. When the oil just starts to smoke, add the lamb chops. Cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add the butter, flip the chops, and continue cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 125°F for medium-rare or 135°F for medium, approximately 4-5 minutes more.
- Rest: Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and allow them to rest for at least 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender meat.
- Serve: Serve the lamb chops hot with homemade mint chutney or your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious meal.
Notes
- If marinating for longer than 30 minutes, cover the lamb chops and refrigerate to keep them safe.
- Allow the lamb chops to come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking.
- You can marinate the lamb chops for up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
