Lamb Chops With Sweet Pea and Spinach Sauce Recipe

Name: Lamb Chops With Sweet Pea and Spinach Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 small onion, peeled and chopped; 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced; 2 tablespoons champagne- or white-wine vinegar; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 3/4 cup frozen baby peas, defrosted; 1/2 pound small leaf spinach, stemmed, washed, well-dried and coarsely chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 8 rib lamb chops, well-trimmed and patted dry; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons champagne- or white-wine vinegar
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, defrosted
1/2 pound small leaf spinach, stemmed, washed, well-dried and coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 rib lamb chops, well-trimmed and patted dry
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
For the sauce, melt butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat.
2
Add onion, then cover and cook until translucent, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add the garlic and vinegar.
4
Boil until reduced to a glaze.
5
Add 1/2 cup of the chicken broth and boil until reduced by half.
6
Place the peas and remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth in a blender and blend until smooth.
7
Add onion mixture and blend until smooth, stopping to scrape the sides of the jar.
8
Strain through a fine sieve into a clean saucepan.
9
(Can be prepared ahead, then covered and refrigerated.)
10
For the lamb, preheat oven to 425 degrees.
11
Place a heavy, large, oven-proof nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
12
Coat skillet with olive oil.
13
Add lamb chops and quickly brown on both sides.
14
Place skillet in oven and bake until just firm to the touch, about 5 minutes for medium-rare.
15
Season with salt and pepper.
16
Meanwhile, rewarm sauce over medium heat.
17
Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 3 minutes.
18
Season with salt and pepper.
19
Ladle some sauce into the center of 4 plates.
20
Place 2 lamb chops in center of each plate.
21
Serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 small onion, peeled and chopped, 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced, 2 tablespoons champagne- or white-wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops With Sweet Pea and Spinach Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lamb Chops With Sweet Pea and Spinach Sauce

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