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Air Fryer Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Ratatouille

Air Fryer Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Ratatouille

Dinner
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
35min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Chef's Note

For the most tender lamb chops, look for chops that are at least 1-inch thick and allow them to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking. The air fryer gives you perfectly cooked lamb without the mess of pan-searing, but watch them closely as cooking times may vary between different air fryer models.

Tags
lamb
air fryer
low-carb
gluten-free
dairy-free
no-sugar
Mediterranean
dinner
vegetables
keto-friendly
Ingredients

  • 8 chops (about 2 lbs) lamb loin chops

  • 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh rosemary

  • 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme

  • 4 cloves, minced garlic

  • 3 tablespoons, divided olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 1 teaspoon, divided salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon, divided black pepper

  • 1 medium, diced eggplant

  • 1 medium, diced zucchini

  • 1 medium, diced yellow squash

  • 1 medium, diced red bell pepper

  • 1 medium, diced yellow onion

  • 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes

  • 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil

Instructions
  • 1

    In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  • 2

    Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels and rub the herb mixture all over them. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.

  • 3

    Meanwhile, prepare the ratatouille. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  • 4

    Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

  • 5

    Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper to the skillet. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  • 6

    Cook the vegetables for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.

  • 7

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to break down slightly.

  • 8

    Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.

  • 9

    Place the lamb chops in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.

  • 10

    Cook the lamb chops for 8-10 minutes for medium-rare (internal temperature of 135°F/57°C), flipping halfway through. For medium, cook for 10-12 minutes (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).

  • 11

    Remove the lamb chops from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.

  • 12

    Stir the chopped fresh basil into the ratatouille.

  • 13

    Serve the herb-crusted lamb chops with the ratatouille on the side.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
Calories
32g
Protein
12g
Carbs
28g
Fat
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