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Smothered Lamb Chops and Garlic Butter Salmon over Creamy Grits

Smothered Lamb Chops and Garlic Butter Salmon over Creamy Grits

A luxurious dish featuring tender lamb chops and flavorful garlic butter salmon served over creamy, cheesy grits, perfect for a special dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 800

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 Lamb chops
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup Grits
  • 4 cups Water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits, reducing heat to low. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, butter, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth. Keep warm.
  3. Season lamb chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and rosemary.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add beef broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the lamb chops to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until cooked to desired doneness and sauce thickens.
  7. In another skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  8. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  9. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley before removing from heat.
  10. On a plate, create a bed of creamy grits. Place a lamb chop and a salmon fillet on top. Spoon extra sauce from the lamb chops over the dish. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Notes

For a variation, try adding sautéed spinach or asparagus as a side for extra color and nutrition.