Description
Juicy seared lamb chops glazed in a garlic-herb butter, served with caramelized mushrooms and blistered cherry tomatoes—a rich, elegant dish perfect for a special dinner.
Ingredients
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- 8 lamb rib chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red chili (optional), finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Pat lamb chops dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and half of the garlic and herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add remaining garlic, herbs, and chili if using.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes until golden.
- Add cherry tomatoes and balsamic vinegar. Cook another 2 minutes until tomatoes blister.
- Return lamb chops to the skillet to warm through and coat with the pan sauce.
- Serve immediately, spooning the sautéed vegetables and pan juices over the lamb.
Notes
- Let the lamb chops come to room temperature before cooking for even searing.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness—medium-rare is about 130°F (54°C).
- Pair with mashed potatoes, polenta, or a crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops with vegetables
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg