15-Min Garlic & Rosemary Lamb Chops
Spanish-style lamb chops seared until golden, finished with garlic, rosemary, and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in 15 minutes—no marinating, no fuss.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1 lb) lamb chops (1.5 to 2 inches thick)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, smashed
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon lemon
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat lamb chops dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 3
Sear lamb chops 2 minutes per side without moving—they should develop a golden-brown crust.
- 4
Add smashed garlic and rosemary sprigs to the pan around the chops, tilting to coat in oil.
- 5
Cook 2 more minutes until garlic is fragrant and lamb reaches medium-rare (130°F internal).
- 6
Squeeze lemon over the chops and serve immediately with pan juices spooned over top.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy-bottomed skillet
- meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
- tongs or a fork
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