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Herb Crusted Lamb Chops on a plate

Herb Crusted Lamb Chops

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 lamb rib chops about 2 pounds total
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Method
 

  1. Let lamb stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels; season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix panko, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl until evenly combined.
  3. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Sear chops 2 minutes per side until browned.
  4. Brush tops with Dijon; firmly press herb mixture onto mustard.
  5. Transfer skillet to preheated 400°F oven; roast about 5 to 7 minutes, until lamb reaches 145°F (63°C) in center.
  6. Remove from oven; tent loosely with foil and rest at least 3 minutes before serving.