Heroic Spiced Lamb Chops with Rosemary Jus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

Boldly flavored lamb chops with a herb-infused reduction that elevates a simple cut. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lamb chops, rosemary, red wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 450g lamb chops
• 3 sprigs rosemary
• 120 ml red wine
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 30g butter
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat lamb chops dry and rub with 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking.
2. Step 2: Add lamb chops and sear for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, then transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until golden.
4. Step 4: Pour in red wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced by half. Add thyme and rosemary sprigs, then simmer 2 more minutes.
5. Step 5: Remove rosemary sprigs, stir in butter until melted, and cook for 1 minute until glossy. Return lamb chops to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes to reheat.
6. Step 6: Slice chops against the grain, drizzle with pan sauce, and serve with extra rosemary.