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Garlic Butter Lamb Chops

Mouthwatering Garlic Butter Lamb Chops in Minutes

Try these Garlic Butter Lamb Chops for a quick and elegant dinner that impresses everyone!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 7 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Chops
  • 4 pieces Lamb Chops Rib chops are perfect for tenderness and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt works best.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for the sauce.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Can substitute with dried.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Prevents butter from burning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For Serving
  • 1 piece Lemon Wedges For squeezing over chops.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Allow the lamb chops to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Pat the chops dry with a paper towel and season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Sear the chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden crusted.
  3. To the skillet, add unsalted butter, minced garlic, and fresh rosemary. Baste the lamb chops with the garlic butter mixture for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Check internal temperature of lamb chops for 130°F for medium-rare. Rest for 5-7 minutes covered with foil.
  5. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfect with creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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