Garlic and Herb Crusted Lamb Chops
A Kieffer Family Classic, Made the Old-Fashioned Way
Out here on the farm, simple meals made with fresh ingredients are often the best. This garlic and herb crusted lamb chop recipe has been a favorite in the Kieffer household for years—served up at harvest dinners, holidays, and those quiet Sunday nights when good food brings everyone to the table. It’s hearty, flavorful, and best of all, it lets the taste of truly farm-raised lamb shine. When you start with fresh meat and a few honest ingredients from the land, you don’t need much else.
Here is a highly recommended recipe for Garlic and Herb Crusted Lamb Chops that delivers juicy, tender chops with a flavorful garlic and herb crust, plus an easy pan sauce:
Ingredients
8 lamb rib chops (about 2 lbs)
5 garlic cloves, pressed
4 tbsp olive oil (divided)
2 tbsp fresh parsley (plus more for garnish) or 2 tsp dried parsley
2 tsp Tabasco sauce (optional for tenderizing and flavor)
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/2 cup chicken or beef stock (for sauce)
2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
Instructions
Pat dry the lamb chops and separate them into 3/4 to 1-inch thick pieces.
Mix garlic, 3 tbsp olive oil, parsley, Tabasco, salt, pepper, and thyme to create a marinade.
Rub the marinade all over the lamb chops, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Remove chops from fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy pan over high heat. Sear chops 2-4 minutes per side depending on thickness and desired doneness.
Transfer chops to a plate, tent with foil, and rest for 5 minutes.
For the pan sauce, remove excess oil leaving 1-2 tbsp with drippings, add stock, and simmer 2 minutes.
Turn off heat, swirl in butter one tablespoon at a time, then spoon sauce over chops.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve. This recipe pairs wonderfully with Au Gratin Potatoes and Roasted Asparagus for a showstopping meal. It’s straightforward and flavorful without being too spicy, making it suitable for the whole family. If you want other variations, there are also oven-roasted lamb chops with garlic and rosemary, or lamb chops with rosemary gravy that are excellent choices depending on your preferred cooking method and flavor profile.
