Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic Butter

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Juicy lamb chops seared to perfection and topped with a fragrant rosemary garlic butter sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner. This mediterranean-inspired latin american ready in about 25 minutes pairs about 6 oz each lamb chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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

• 4 pieces, about 6 oz each lamb chops
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3 cloves, crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 lamb chops dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add lamb chops and sear without moving for 4 minutes until a deep golden crust forms.
3. Step 3: Flip the lamb chops and add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, and 3 crushed garlic cloves to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter over the chops repeatedly for 3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare.
4. Step 4: Remove the lamb chops to a plate, pour 1 tbsp lemon juice into the skillet, and stir with the butter and aromatics for 30 seconds until fragrant, then drizzle over the chops before serving.