Description
Delicious and tender lamb chops seared to perfection, topped with a sweet and savory grape and rosemary sauce. This dish is a wonderful balance of flavors, making it a perfect centerpiece for any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 lamb loin chops (about 3 pounds, 1¼ inches thick)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (divided)
- 4 garlic cloves (3 sliced, 1 minced)
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 2 cups red seedless grapes
- ⅓ cup chicken or vegetable broth (instead of wine)
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Season the Lamb Chops: In a small bowl, mix ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, chili flakes (if using), minced garlic, and ½ tablespoon of chopped rosemary. Rub this mixture onto both sides of each lamb chop. Let the lamb chops sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. If preparing ahead, cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours or overnight.
- Sear the Lamb Chops: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chops to the pan and sprinkle half of the remaining rosemary in the spaces between the chops. Cook for 3-5 minutes on one side until golden.
- Flip and Add Garlic: Flip the lamb chops over and add half of the sliced garlic between them. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until they reach your desired doneness. Remove the chops from the pan and keep warm.
- Cook the Grapes: Lower the heat and add the grapes, the remaining rosemary, and the rest of the sliced garlic to the same pan. Stir frequently and cook until the grapes soften, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Broth and Honey: Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pan and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring to incorporate the flavors. Add the honey and any lamb juices from the resting plate. Continue to simmer for another minute, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the lamb chops and top them with the warm grape and rosemary sauce. Enjoy this rich and flavorful meal!
Notes
- Letting the lamb chops rest before cooking helps retain their juices for a more flavorful dish.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of honey used.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus optional marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg