Easy Fruited Lamb Chops
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these Easy Fruited Lamb Chops, a flavorful fusion of savory and sweet that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with cinnamon, salt, and pepper, tender lamb chops are seared to golden perfection before being bathed in a luscious sauce of honey, balsamic vinegar, and unsweetened apple juice. The addition of diced dried apricots, golden raisins, and fresh rosemary infuses every bite with vibrant, fruity notes and a subtle herbal aroma. This quick, crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes, making it an elegant yet effortless meal for any occasion. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, these lamb chops are a must-try for fans of easy gourmet recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cups unsweetened apple juice
- 0.5 cups dried apricots, diced
- 0.25 cups golden raisins
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
Instructions
Season the lamb chops with salt, black pepper, and cinnamon on both sides, and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the lamb chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust. Reduce the heat if necessary to avoid burning. Remove the chops to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the honey and balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine and deglaze the pan.
Pour in the apple juice and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to incorporate into the sauce.
Add the diced apricots, golden raisins, and chopped rosemary to the skillet. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the fruit softens and the sauce reduces slightly.
Return the lamb chops to the skillet, spooning some of the fruit sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the lamb chops are cooked to your desired level of doneness (internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare).
Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm, topped with the fruit sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.6 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 2823 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.5 g | ||
| Protein | 119.5 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2912 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
