Pan-Fried Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic Confit

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

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Tender lamb chops pan-fried and finished with a fragrant rosemary and garlic confit sauce, served with a side of sautéed greens. This Australian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) lamb chops
3 fresh rosemary sprigs
6 cloves, peeled garlic cloves
4 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
5 cups fresh spinach
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 lamb chops (about 1.5 lbs total) and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the lamb chops and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare. Remove chops and let rest.
Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, add 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, and 6 peeled garlic cloves. Cook gently, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes until garlic softens and rosemary infuses the oil.
Step 4: Remove rosemary sprigs and garlic cloves, then toss in 5 cups fresh spinach. Sauté for 2 minutes until wilted and bright green.
Step 5: Finish spinach with 1 tbsp lemon juice, season with a pinch of salt if needed, and serve alongside the lamb chops drizzled with the rosemary garlic oil.