Pan-Fried Lamb Shoulder Chops

• Easy lamb chop recipe: Make these juicy lamb shoulder chops with only 20 minutes of hands-on prep time.
• Quick lamb recipe: Unlike my low and slow-cooked Hungarian lamb goulash and Moroccan lamb shanks, these lamb chops are briefly cooked on high heat like my roasted lamb loin or lamb steaks.
• Simple sides: Serve these juicy shoulder chops with my mint yogurt sauce (tzatziki) or mint chimichurri sauce. Pesto roasted vegetables, a simple side salad, or some Turkish bread, all make delicious sides as well.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

• Lamb shoulder chops – You can use bone-in or boneless lamb shoulder chops. This recipe works well with any lamb chop to be honest.
• Oil – Extra virgin olive oil works well but you can use any vegetable oil.
• Lemon – The acidity in the lemon tenderizes the meat and adds some bright, fresh flavors.
• Fresh herbs – Fresh rosemary and thyme work well with lamb meat. You can use dry if needed.

See the recipe card for full information on the steps.

Combine all marinade ingredients in a small bowl or glass container with a lid.

Add the should chops and thoroughly coat the lamb chops with the marinade.

Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan at maximum heat. Remove access marinade and cook the shoulder chops for 3 minutes on each side.

Remove it from the skillet and let it rest covered with tinfoil for 10 minutes. Slice and serve.

2-4 hours for small shoulder chops, up to 24 hours (overnight works well). Over-marinating won’t enhance the flavor.

Leftover lamb chops should be cooled, refrigerated in an airtight container, and consumed within 3-4 days.

Yes, you can. Cool them completely and freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-proof container. Thaw thoroughly in the refrigerator before reheating.

For more delicious lamb dishes, check out the following recipes:

• Za’atar crusted lamb loin
• Greek lamb wellingtons
• Italian lamb meatballs

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