Description
Indulge in a gourmet dinner with these Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops served alongside creamy Mashed Potatoes and tender Asparagus. A perfect balance of flavors and textures that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb Chops:
- 8 lamb chops about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season and coat lamb chops: Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper. Mix Dijon mustard and garlic, then brush over both sides. Combine rosemary, thyme, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Press the mixture onto the chops.
- Sear and roast lamb: Sear chops in a skillet, then roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Prepare mashed potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter, warm cream, salt, and pepper.
- Cook asparagus: Steam or roast asparagus for 5-7 minutes, then season.
- Serve: Serve lamb chops with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
Notes
- You can prepare the breadcrumb coating a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to use.
- For extra flavor, drizzle the asparagus with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops with sides
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
