Description
Brown Sugar Lamb Chops deliver a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making them an unforgettable dish for any occasion. These tender, juicy lamb chops are marinated in a luscious brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully when cooked. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this easy recipe promises to impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in lamb chops (1 inch thick)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill.
- Season both sides of the lamb chops generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Brush each chop with olive oil, then coat with the marinade.
- Sear the lamb chops in a hot skillet for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven or grill and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until reaching desired doneness (medium-rare is about 145°F).
- Let the chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg