Herb Garlic Lamb Chops (Printable)
Tender lamb chops with a zesty herb marinade, pan-seared for aromatic flavors.
# 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)
# How To Make:
01 - In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
02 - Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. Place them in a shallow dish or resealable bag.
03 - Pour the marinade over the chops, turning to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours).
04 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. When hot, add the lamb chops (in batches if necessary).
05 - Sear for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness.
06 - Remove from heat, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
07 - Serve with lemon wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade creates an irresistible crust that locks in all the juices.
- It comes together quickly but tastes like you spent all day preparing it.
02 -
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the meat will steam instead of sear.
- Letting the meat rest is crucial to prevent all the juices from running out onto the plate.
03 -
- Take the lamb out of the fridge fifteen minutes before cooking to ensure it sears evenly.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid guessing the doneness of your chops.