28min prep: 3min cook: 24min
An elegant dish couldn’t be simpler than this easy lamb chop recipe.
Ingredients
Produce
- Fresh Oregano — 1⁄4 Cup
Meat & Seafood
- Lamb Chops, Frenched, Bone-In — 8
Cheese & Lunchmeat
- Goat Cheese — 4 Ounces
Dry Goods & Packaged Goods
- Pistachios, Unsalted — 1 Cup
Spice & Baking
- Black Pepper
- Kosher Salt
Condiments, Oils & Dressings
- Balsamic Syrup — 4 Tablespoons
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil — 2 Tablespoons
Equipment
Appliances
- Food Processor
- Oven
Cooking Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Sheet Pan
Prep Steps
- Prepare a food processor with the blade attachment.
- Pick oregano leaves off the stems to measure the indicated amount. Place oregano in the food processor along with pistachios. Blend until fine and crumbly.
Cook Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Lightly grease a sheet pan with olive oil.
- Pat dry the lamb chops, then season with salt and pepper. Place on the prepared sheet pan.
- Use a butter knife to spread a layer of goat cheese over the top of each chop. Spread the cheese so it is smooth and evenly covers the chops. Then, press the pistachio mixture into the cheese, forming a crust. Drizzle about 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil over the top of each chop.
- Place the lamb chops in the preheated oven. Bake for [8-9 minutes] for medium rare or 1-2 minutes longer for more well done.
- Transfer 2 pistachio and goat cheese crusted lamb chops to each dinner plate. Drizzle with balsamic syrup and serve warm!