Description
Rich, juicy, and packed with flavor, these Garlic Butter Lamb Chops are a fast and luxurious option for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Perfectly seared and basted with golden garlic butter, they’re ideal for anyone looking for easy dinner ideas, quick meals, or a low-carb, high-protein dish. Whether you’re planning an elegant date night or just need new dinner ideas, this easy recipe comes together in one skillet with minimal fuss. A go-to for food lovers, keto eaters, or anyone needing a reliable protein-packed main course.
Ingredients
4 lamb chops (1 to 1.5 inches thick)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic minced
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
1. Pat lamb chops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place lamb chops in the hot pan and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
4. Lower heat to medium-low, add butter to the pan, then stir in minced garlic and rosemary sprigs.
5. Baste the lamb chops continuously with the melted garlic butter for 1–2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat, transfer to a plate, and spoon remaining garlic butter over the top.
7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Let lamb chops rest before slicing to retain juices.
Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness.
Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches for the best sear.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Unsaturated Fat: 17
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 95
Keywords: garlic butter lamb chops, easy dinner, low carb dinner, keto lamb recipe, quick skillet meals