The Best Lamb Chops
The Best Lamb Chops are roasted hot for a tender, juicy interior with a browned, aromatic crust from garlic and rosemary. A spoon of mint jelly on the side adds a bright, herbaceous sweetness that balances the rich lamb. Ideal for a quick yet elegant dinner when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 2
Trim excess fat from the lamb chops (leave some fat for flavor).
- 3
Lightly coat each chop with olive oil.
- 4
Season the lamb chops with garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Place the lamb chops in a cast iron skillet.
- 6
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 7
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center; it should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium-well.
- 8
Remove from the oven and cover tightly with foil; let rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
- 9
Serve with mint jelly on the side.
- Calories 205.6 kcal Moderate
- Protein 23.95 g Good Source
- Carbs 9.09 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.48 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.18 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.19 g High
- Cholesterol 74.85 mg High
- Sodium 73.31 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.08 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.75 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 14.38 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.9 mg Moderate
- Potassium 400.92 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 4.27 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.13 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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