Seared Lamb Chops
Pan-Seared Lamb Chops, Roasted Baby Potatoes, and Green Beans Almondine - Valentine's Day Menu
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Active Time15 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Lamb Chops
Yield: 2 people
Calories: 381kcal
plastic sealable bag
Cast Iron Pan
- 4 Lamb Chops loin cut
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Rosemary
- 1 tsp Garlic minced
Marinate the lamb chops oil, salt, and chopped rosemary & set aside.
Allow lamb chops to come to room temperature, about 20 to 30 minutes before cooking.
Heat cast iron pan on the stovetop on high heat
Brush the bottom of the pan with oil.
Cook 1st side of chops
Sear undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes
Flip the 2nd side of lamb chops and continue cooking them until they are golden brown
Use an instant-read thermometer to test doneness.
It should register 135°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer the chops to a plate and allow them to rest.
Serving: 120g | Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 18.5g | Fat: 33.6g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14.9g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 218mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1.9mg