Pan-Fried Lamb Chops with Mint and Rosemary Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Succulent lamb chops pan-fried and finished with a fragrant butter infused with fresh mint and rosemary, showcasing classic British herbs. This British-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs lamb chops, unsalted butter, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 8 chops, about 1-inch thick lamb chops
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 8 lamb chops and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Add lamb chops to the skillet and cook for 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time based on thickness.
4. Step 4: While chops cook, mix 4 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped mint, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, add the herb butter to the skillet, and spoon melted butter over the lamb chops continuously for 1-2 minutes to infuse flavor.
6. Step 6: Remove chops from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.