Skillet Sautéed Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic
Tender lamb chops pan-seared with fresh rosemary and garlic, finished with a splash of lemon juice for a simple yet flavorful Greek-inspired dish. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs lamb rib 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 350 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 (about 1 inch thick) lamb rib chops
- 3, chopped fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 8 lamb rib chops and season both sides evenly with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the lamb chops in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare.
- Step 3: In the last minute of cooking, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 chopped fresh rosemary sprigs to the skillet, stirring gently to infuse the oil and coat the lamb.
- Step 4: Remove the chops from heat and drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, letting the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.








