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Baked Lamb Chop Recipe

Savory Baked Lamb Chop Recipe with Minty Chimichurri Bliss

This Baked Lamb Chop Recipe is a crowd-pleaser, featuring tender lamb chops and a vibrant Mint Chimichurri Sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Chops
  • 4 pieces Lamb Chops Choose quality cuts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing, or use avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adds depth and spiciness
For the Mint Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup Mint (fresh) Key for freshness
  • 1 cup Parsley (fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference
  • 3 cloves Garlic Skip for FODMAP diets
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup Red Wine Substitute vinegar for Whole30
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Adds earthy notes

Equipment

  • blender
  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • meat thermometer
  • Ziplock Bag
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine red wine, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme to create a marinade. Pour this mixture over the lamb chops placed in a ziplock bag, ensuring they are well coated. Seal the bag and let it refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Remove the lamb chops from the bag and discard the marinade. Pat the lamb dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the lamb chops with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat a large skillet over high heat, adding olive oil. Sear the lamb for 1-2 minutes on each side until browned.
  5. Transfer the seared lamb chops to an oven-safe baking dish and surround them with your choice of vegetables.
  6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and cook the lamb chops for 8-10 minutes, checking for doneness with a meat thermometer aiming for 145°F for medium rare.
  7. Once done, remove the lamb chops from the oven and let them rest for 2-5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lamb chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 26gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe accommodates various dietary lifestyles and offers delicious variations for the chimichurri sauce.

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