Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-26 · Updated 2026-03-26

Tender lamb chops coated in a fragrant herb crust, served with a refreshing mint sauce that balances the richness of the meat. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 (1 inch thick) lamb chops
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, juiced lemon
• 1/4 cup, chopped mint leaves
• 1/2 cup, Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Step 2: Place lamb chops in a shallow dish and coat evenly with the herb mixture. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
3. Step 3: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb chops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 8-10 minutes until meat is medium-rare. Let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: For mint sauce: blend chopped mint leaves, Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Step 6: Serve lamb chops with mint sauce on the side.