Grilled Greek Lamb Chops with Lemon-Oregano Marinade
Juicy lamb chops marinated in a bright blend of lemon juice, oregano, and garlic then grilled to perfection for a classic Greek-inspired entrée. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces (about 2 lbs) lamb chops
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped (optional) fresh rosemary
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary if using.
- Step 2: Place 8 lamb chops (about 2 lbs) in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove lamb chops from marinade and let excess drip off.
- Step 4: Grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F, turning once.
- Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.









