Description
Delicious Italian Parmesan Crusted Lamb Chops are tender, juicy lamb rib chops coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, infused with garlic and Italian herbs, then seared and baked to perfection. This easy-to-make, flavorful dish is perfect for a special dinner or a refined weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb Chops
- 8 lamb rib chops (about 1-inch thick)
Coating Mixture
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
Additional Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, Italian-style breadcrumbs, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful crust mixture.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully blended to help the coating stick to the lamb.
- Season Lamb Chops: Pat the lamb chops dry thoroughly with paper towels. Rub both sides of each chop with the minced garlic to enhance flavor.
- Coat Lamb Chops: Dip each garlic-rubbed lamb chop into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then press into the Parmesan-breadcrumb coating until fully covered.
- Sear Chops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the coated lamb chops for about 2 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake: Transfer the seared lamb chops to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare or 145°F for medium doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the lamb chops to rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain juices. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- For an extra crispy crust, broil the lamb chops for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- Substitute Pecorino Romano cheese for Parmesan to vary the flavor profile.
- Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a simple arugula salad for a complete meal.
- To keep the recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of traditional ones.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb chops
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
