Roasted Lamb Chops Garlic (Printable)

Tender lamb chops infused with garlic and rosemary, roasted to perfection for flavorful dining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 8 lamb chops (about 1 inch thick, approximately 1.75 lbs)

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

07 - Lemon wedges (optional)
08 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels.
03 - In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
04 - Rub the marinade evenly over both sides of the lamb chops.
05 - Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb chops for 2 minutes per side until browned.
06 - Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 6–8 minutes for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness.
07 - Remove from the oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
08 - Garnish with lemon wedges and additional rosemary if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The high heat creates this gorgeous crust while keeping the inside perfectly tender and pink
  • The garlic rosemary marinade is simple but transforms the lamb into something restaurant quality
02 -
  • Lamb continues cooking as it rests, so pull it from the oven slightly before your desired doneness
  • Room temperature chops sear more evenly, so let them sit out for 20 minutes if you have time
03 -
  • Let the chops rest at room temperature for 20 minutes before cooking for more even cooking
  • If your chops are thinner than 1 inch, reduce the oven time by 2 to 3 minutes

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