Herb Garlic Lamb Chops (Printable)
Succulent lamb chops marinated with fresh herbs and garlic, pan-seared to perfection. Aromatic and delicious for special dinners.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 8 lamb chops (about 1 inch thick)
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
→ To Serve
10 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest until well combined.
02 - Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels and place them in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chops, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
04 - Add the lamb chops to the pan in batches if necessary. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness is reached.
05 - Remove the chops from heat, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
06 - Serve the lamb chops with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- The marinade comes together in minutes but makes the meat taste like it has been cooking all day.
- It strikes the perfect balance between rustic herbs and bright citrus flavors.
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- Do not skip the resting period or the juices will run out onto the plate instead of staying in the meat.
- Make sure the pan is fully hot before adding the chops to get that restaurant-quality sear.
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- If you have time, marinate the chops overnight for an explosion of flavor.
- Use dried herbs in a pinch, but remember to use half the amount.