Description
A delicious dish featuring tender lamb chops paired with a zesty mustard thyme sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb chops (rib or loin)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or dried thyme)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chops by letting them come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Season each chop with salt and black pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chops and set aside. In the same skillet, lower heat and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add Dijon mustard and thyme; stir for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer until thickened.
- Return lamb chops to skillet, coating them in the sauce and cook for an additional minute.
- Plate and drizzle with extra sauce before serving.
Notes
To avoid overcooking, aim for an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare. Let the chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: lamb chops, mustard sauce, thyme, gourmet, comfort food, family dinner