Description
A delightful dish featuring seared lamb chops complemented by a tangy mustard thyme sauce, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the lamb from the skillet and keep warm. Add more oil if needed, and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Stir in mustard and thyme, cooking until fragrant, then pour in the broth and scrape the bottom of the pan.
- Simmer the sauce for a few minutes until thickened, then pour over the lamb chops before serving.
- Let lamb chops rest for 5 minutes before serving for the juiciest meat.
Notes
Pair with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the lamb is cooked perfectly to your liking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: lamb, chops, mustard, thyme, sauce, family recipe, seared lamb, comfort food