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Lamb Chops with Garlic & Rosemary Recipe (Lamb Lollipops)

  • Author: Shawn Williams
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: French

Description

Lamb chops seared to perfection in a cast iron skillet and drizzled with garlic and rosemary-infused drippings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 lamb chops (usually 1 inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 whole garlic cloves, peeled
  • 23 sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Let lamb rest on the counter for 20 minutes prior to cooking. Season each side of lamb liberally with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Wait until the skillet is nice and warm. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side, for medium.
  3. In the last 2 minutes, add butter, garlic, and rosemary to the edge of the skillet. Briefly tilt the pan so the drippings, butter, herbs, and garlic can sizzle together. When the chops are done, spoon the butter/juices over the chops to flavorize. Remove from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Note: Searing lamb at high temps in a skillet tends to get smokey. Be prepared to use a vent fan or open a window.

Rare 115°F to 120°F
Medium rare 125°F
Medium 130°F
Medium well 145°F
Well done 150°F and above

Keywords: lamb lollipops, lamb chops

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