Lamb Chops with Orange Butter
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Lamb Chops with Orange Butter, a dish that effortlessly marries savory and citrusy flavors for a gourmet experience at home. Perfectly seared lamb chops, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, are bathed in a luxurious orange butter sauce infused with fresh orange zest, garlic, thyme, and a touch of honey for a delicate sweetness. The result is a tender, flavorful meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for both busy weeknights and elegant entertaining. Serve these succulent chops alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete, restaurant-quality feast. Lamb lovers rejoice—this recipe brings bold, vibrant flavors straight to your plate with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces lamb chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Season the lamb chops on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the lamb chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden-brown and cooked to your preferred level of doneness (medium-rare is recommended).
Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate to rest, loosely covered with foil.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
Once the butter is melted, add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of orange zest, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves, and 1 teaspoon of honey.
Simmer the orange butter sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.
Return the lamb chops to the skillet and spoon the orange butter sauce over them to coat evenly.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to reheat the lamb chops and blend the flavors.
Transfer the lamb chops to a serving plate and drizzle with any remaining orange butter sauce from the skillet.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 361.9 g | 464% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.8 g | 774% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1117 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 3242 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 232.6 g | 465% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 3264 mg | 69% | |
*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.
