Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need to create this delightful dish:
- 8 lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
- Optional: 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
Feel free to substitute the rosemary with thyme if that’s what you have on hand—it’ll still be delicious!
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking. Here’s how you can make these succulent lamb chops in your own kitchen:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. If you’re feeling adventurous, add the red pepper flakes for a bit of a kick.
- Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels. This step is crucial as it helps the seasoning stick and the chops to brown nicely.
- Brush the garlic-rosemary oil mixture evenly over both sides of each lamb chop.
- Place the seasoned chops on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they’re not too crowded, allowing them to cook evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they reach your desired level of doneness. I usually aim for medium-rare, which is about 145°F (63°C) on a meat thermometer.
- Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let them rest for about 5 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute, making each bite juicy and tender.
- Serve with lemon wedges for that extra zing of freshness!
And there you have it! A delicious meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Oven Baked Lamb Chops, recipe, cooking, food
