These Mustard Crusted Roasted Lamb Chops are meaty, juicy, tender, and incredibly tasty. Perfect as an appetizer, dinner, or party food and preparation is simple Recipe can be halved or doubled.
Combine the mustard and garlic in a bowl and set aside.
Sprinkle both sides of the racks with kosher salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Coat the bottom with the oil.
When you see the oil rippling, place the racks fat side down to sear.
Sear for 4 minutes per side.
Remove from the skillet and place racks fat side up on prepared baking sheet.
Coat with Dijon mustard mixture.
Place racks in oven and roast for 15 - 20 minutes until instant-read thermometer reads 130° for medium rare or 140° for medium. It will continue to cook as it rests.
Let rest for 10 minutes.
Carve into chops.
Notes
If you prefer, you can sear one rack at a time for 4 minutes each side. I sear two at the same time using a 12" skillet that fits two racks perfectly. When preparing this dish, I usually cook 2 to 4 racks to feed 5 - 8 people. Do whatever is easier for you.If you are only preparing one rack, simply sear in an oven-safe skillet, then place the skillet in the oven to continue cooking after coating with mustard.