Description
Perfectly seared lamb chops infused with garlic and fresh herbs, paired with velvety mashed potatoes and finished with a pan sauce — an elegant and comforting dish for special occasions or hearty dinners.
Ingredients
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- 6 lamb chops (bone-in, about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or beef broth (for pan sauce)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk or cream
- 4 tablespoons butter (for mashed potatoes)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season lamb chops with salt, pepper, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Remove and let rest.
- Deglaze pan with wine or broth, scraping up brown bits. Stir in butter to finish sauce.
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season to taste.
- Plate mashed potatoes alongside lamb chops, spoon pan sauce over the meat, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Letting the lamb rest before serving helps retain its juices.
- Substitute beef broth if you prefer to cook without alcohol.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness — 145°F for medium-rare.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg