Pan-seared Lamb Chops
Pan-seared lamb chops are the perfect weeknight meal when paired with a light seasonal salad or mashed potatoes. Sumptuous and quick to prepare, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 lb lamb chops (about 1 to 1¼ thick)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (or add to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (or add to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (or add to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, paprika, thyme, garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 2
Pat the lamb chops dry with a paper towel and rub the seasoning mix all over them. If you have enough time, leave the meat to marinate for 1 hour. If otherwise, let it rest for 5 minutes.
- 3
Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat. Place the lamb chops into the skillet and let them sear for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest chop without touching the bone registers 130° F. Use a spoon to baste the lamb chops at intervals.