Garlic Butter Lamb Chops
Juicy lamb chops seared to perfection and enriched with aromatic garlic and butter, making for an indulgent yet easy dinner option.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 375kcal
Ingredients
Lamb Chops Preparation
- 5 pieces lamb loin chops Can substitute with rib chops or leg steaks.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter Or use ghee for Whole30.
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme Fresh thyme recommended but dried can be used.
- to taste teaspoon Kosher salt
- to taste teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Allow lamb chops to sit out for 20-30 minutes until they reach room temperature, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Stand the lamb chops on their fat side and press down with tongs, rendering the fat for about 5 minutes.
- Lay the lamb chops flat and sear for about 3 minutes on each side until golden-brown crust forms.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, remove excess fat from the pan, and add the melted butter, garlic, and fresh thyme.
- Stir until the butter begins to foam and then baste the chops with garlic butter for one minute.
- Transfer the chops to a plate and pour the garlic butter sauce over them before serving.
Notes
Consider marinating lamb chops in garlic, herbs, and olive oil for deeper flavor. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare lamb, and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.