Lemon-Garlic Lamb Chops
Pan-seared lamb chops with a bright lemon-garlic crust, finished with olive oil and oregano. Ready in 15 minutes — restaurant vibes, weeknight ease.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
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Ingredients
- 8 chops lamb chops (8 chops, 1.5 inches thick)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 whole lemon
- 1.5 tsp dried oregano
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 0 salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Sear chops 2 minutes per side without moving — edges should look golden and opaque.
- 4
Add minced garlic and oregano to the pan. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 5
Squeeze half a lemon over the chops. Transfer to a plate, drizzle with pan juices.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- paper towels
- wooden spoon or spatula
- tongs
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