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Garlic & Lemon Lamb Chops

Seared lamb chops with a bright garlic-lemon butter that comes together in 15 minutes. Crispy edges, tender center, restaurant-quality on a weeknight.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Garlic & Lemon Lamb Chops
elegantsimplemediterraneanlambcrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Sear chops 90 seconds per side without moving—edges should look golden and brown. Remove to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary sprigs. Cook until garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Return chops to skillet. Squeeze lemon juice over top and swirl to coat. Cook 30 seconds more.

  6. Step 6

    Transfer to plates. Spoon pan sauce over chops. Top with lemon zest and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
  • paper towels
  • instant-read thermometer (optional)
  • tongs or slotted spoon
  • microplane zester

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