This Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust recipe is juicy, tender and delicious. Cooked in the oven to a perfect medium-rare and encrusted with parmesan cheese & fresh herbs.

Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust

When you want a recipe in your arsenal that makes a showstopper of a dinner entree suitable for any dinner party, but also want a recipe that can be on your dinner table in a hurry with little fuss, this is the recipe for you – parmesan crusted rack of lamb.

This would be the perfect dish for Easter. And, despite the fact that celebrations are going to look different this year, there are still endless ways to keep your spring traditions alive. While the table might be smaller, there will always be a spot for delicious American Lamb. Let this year’s holiday season be a celebration of the food you love, shared with those who you care for the most!

This herb crusted rack of lamb is perfect for a family of four. If you need help finding local lamb for your spring holiday celebration or any occasion, contact the American Lamb board.

Ingredients for herb crusted rack of lamb laid out on baking sheet.

The BEST Rack of Lamb Recipe

It’s amazingly delicious.
Roasted to a perfect medium rare.
Crusted with the most delectable parmesan herb mixture.

First things first…

What is a Rack of Lamb?

Rack of lamb is a rib cut and it’s perfect for serving at dinner parties since it’s easy to estimate that you’ll want 2-3 rib chops per person. You’ll want a rack of lamb that has been frenched, meaning that the rib bones are exposed. Most racks of lamb will already come this way, but you can also ask your butcher to do this for you.

Breadcrumbs, herbs and parmesan cheese in small white bowl.

Rack of lamb coated with breadcrumbs before baking in oven.

Herb crusted rack of lamb on baking sheet after it comes out of the oven.

How to Make Rack of Lamb in the Oven:

I start this rack of lamb on the stove top in a skillet that’s scorching hot. You want to sear all the sides to a golden brown. This should only take about 10 minutes total. After that, I let it rest for a bit while I prepare the parmesan herb crust. Once cool, I pat the breadcrumb mixture all over the rack of lamb and place it in a 450-degree oven.

Rack of Lamb Cooking Time

Bake your rack of lamb in a 450-degree oven for 20-30 minutes. You’ll want to take it out of the oven when it is about 5 degrees below your desired temperature since as it rests, the temperature will continue to increase.

Rack of Lamb Cooking Temperature

Rare: 120-130 degrees (very red inside)
Medium-Rare: 130-140 degrees (bright pink inside)
Medium: 140-145 degrees (light pink inside)
Medium-Well: 145-150 degrees (barely any pink left)
Well-Done: 150-160 degrees (no pink)

USDA recommends cooking lamb to an internal temperature of 145F with a 3 minute rest.

What to Serve with Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust:

Herb crusted rack of lamb on grey serving platter with three chops sliced off.

Wine Pairing for Rack of Lamb with Rosemary & Garlic:

Cabernet is an excellent pairing with the rich lamb and its herbal notes are echoed in the parmesan-herb crust.
Petite Sirah is another great match for this lamb. Its flavors of plum, berries and black pepper pair wonderfully with stronger flavored meats.
Malbec with medium body and smooth tannins makes an excellent pairing for the rich rack of lamb.
MORE —-> my 8 favorite lamb wine pairings.

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