Herb Garlic Lamb Chops (Printable Version)
Marinated lamb chops seared to perfection with fresh herbs and garlic.
# What You 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 It:
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. Place them in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over the chops, turning to coat evenly.
03 - Let the lamb chops marinate for at least 30 minutes. For deeper flavor, cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
04 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
05 - Add the lamb chops to the pan in batches if necessary. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
06 - Remove the lamb chops from heat, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
07 - Serve the lamb chops with lemon wedges on the side.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
- The marinade keeps the meat incredibly juicy while creating a caramelized crust.
- It feels fancy enough for a date night but comes together in less than an hour.
02 -
- Patting the meat completely dry is the secret to getting a restaurant quality crust.
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the meat will steam instead of sear.
03 -
- Let the lamb come to room temperature before cooking for even results.
- Fresh herbs are non negotiable for that vibrant, punchy flavor.