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Fancy Pomegranate Lamb Chops

Fancy Pomegranate Lamb Chops

Tender lamb rib chops marinated in a sweet-tart pomegranate and mustard mixture, seared, roasted, and finished with a glossy pomegranate pan sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinade Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chops & Marinade

  • 8 lamb rib chops 2–2½ pounds
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter melted, divided
  • 0.25 cup pomegranate juice divided
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard divided
  • 2 tsp dried rosemary crushed (or 3 tsp fresh)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Pan Sauce

  • 0.5 cup pomegranate juice
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions
 

Marinade & Prep

  • In a bowl, whisk 2 Tbsp melted butter, 2 Tbsp pomegranate juice, 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
    3 Tbsp unsalted butter, 0.25 cup pomegranate juice, 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp kosher salt, 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • Add chops to a large resealable bag, pour in marinade, remove air, seal, and refrigerate for 4 hours or up to overnight.
    8 lamb rib chops

Cooking

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove chops from bag, discard marinade, and pat dry.
    8 lamb rib chops
  • Heat remaining 1 Tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chops and sear 2–3 minutes per side until deep brown.
    3 Tbsp unsalted butter, 8 lamb rib chops
  • Transfer skillet to oven and roast 5–7 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Transfer chops to a plate, tent with foil, and rest for 5 minutes.

Pan Sauce

  • Return skillet to medium heat. Add ¼ cup pomegranate juice and ¼ cup chicken broth; simmer 2 minutes.
    0.5 cup pomegranate juice
  • Whisk in honey and 1 tsp Dijon mustard; simmer 1 more minute. Season with salt and pepper.
    0.25 cup chicken broth, 1 Tbsp honey
  • Spoon sauce over chops before serving.

Notes

For best results, crush the dried rosemary between your fingers before adding it to the marinade.
Make sure to pat the chops completely dry so they sear properly and develop a rich crust.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8g
Keyword lamb chops, marinade, pan sauce, pomegranate glaze, rosemary
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