Sauteed Lamb Chops with Béarnaise Butter

Tender lamb rib chops sautéed to medium-rare perfection and topped with rich, flavorful Béarnaise butter. An elegant main dish that combines the robust flavor of lamb with the classic French sauce.

8 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 16 piece 1-inch-thick lamb rib chops (about 3 1/4 pounds), frenched, if desired
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup Béarnaise Butter

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Sprinkle lamb chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, sauté lamb chops until browned on both sides and cooked to medium-rare, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to platter and tent with foil to keep warm.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Arrange 2 chops on each of 8 plates. Top each chop with rounded teaspoonful Béarnaise Butter and serve.

    5 min