Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic

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

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Juicy lamb chops quickly seared with fragrant garlic and fresh rosemary, delivering a tender and flavorful main course. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, fresh rosemary sprigs, chopped, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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: 10 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 chops (about 1 inch thick) lamb rib chops
2 tbsp fresh rosemary sprigs, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 8 lamb rib chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 4 minced garlic cloves; rub the seasoning into the meat.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add lamb chops in a single layer and sear without moving for 3-4 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms.
Step 4: Flip chops and add 2 tbsp unsalted butter to the pan; baste the chops by spooning melted butter over them while cooking for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare.
Step 5: Remove chops from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.