Garlic Butter Lamb Chops – Perfectly Seared and Ready in 15 Minutes
Garlic Butter Lamb Chops are a quick yet luxurious dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings in just 15 minutes. This recipe features tender lamb loin chops seared to perfection, bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh thyme. Ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions, these chops are not only delicious but also packed with protein and healthy fats. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can enjoy a gourmet meal without hours in the kitchen. Elevate your dining experience with this elegant yet simple recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lamb loin chops
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped)
Instructions
- Remove lamb chops from the fridge 20-30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chops fat side down for about 5 minutes until crispy.
- Flip the chops to brown on both sides, cooking for an additional 3 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, pour off excess fat, and add butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Baste the lamb with the foaming butter for about one minute.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining butter sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg