Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri
Lamb chops with mint chimichurri feel like a restaurant-worthy dinner but they are honestly so easy to pull off at home. A hot cast iron pan, a few minutes per side, and a drizzle of that bright herby sauce and you have something really special. Perfect for a date night or when company comes over.
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I love using this cast iron grill pan for this recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The mint chimichurri is bright, herby, and refreshing
- Lamb chops cook in just a few minutes per side
- Impressive enough for guests
- A beautiful restaurant-worthy dinner at home
Ingredients
- lamb chops
- mint
- parsley
- garlic
- red wine vinegar
- olive oil
- red pepper flakes
How to Make It
Make the chimichurri by blending fresh mint, parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Season generously with salt and pepper. Season lamb chops with salt and pepper and let come to room temperature. Sear in a screaming hot cast iron pan for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest for 5 minutes then drizzle generously with the mint chimichurri before serving.
Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri
Ingredients
Method
- Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper.
- Sear in olive oil over high heat, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest.
- Finely chop the parsley, mint, and garlic.
- Stir in the olive oil, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Spoon the mint chimichurri over the lamb chops and serve.
Notes
Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri
Ingredients
Method
- Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper.
- Sear in olive oil over high heat, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest.
- Finely chop the parsley, mint, and garlic.
- Stir in the olive oil, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Spoon the mint chimichurri over the lamb chops and serve.
