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Juicy Lamb Chops with Mustard Thyme Sauce


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  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Carnivore

Description

Elevate your dining experience with this flavorful recipe for juicy lamb chops drizzled with a rich mustard thyme sauce.


Ingredients

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Bone-in Lamb Chops

2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard

1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme

2 cloves Garlic, minced

2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

1 cup Chicken Broth

1 tablespoon Butter (optional)


Instructions

  1. Remove lamb chops from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season both sides of the lamb chops generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Push chops to one side, add minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and thyme on the other, cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up brown bits, and bring to a simmer.
  6. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 5-7 minutes until lamb reaches 145°F (medium-rare).
  7. Remove from oven, add butter to sauce if desired, and stir until melted.
  8. Serve lamb chops on a plate drizzled with mustard thyme sauce.

Notes

For a milder mustard flavor, consider yellow or grainy mustard. Pair with seasonal vegetables or couscous.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg