Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Mint-Yogurt Sauce

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

Tender lamb chops coated in a fragrant herb crust, served with a cooling mint-yogurt sauce that balances the richness of the meat. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 35 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 580 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 (4-ounce each) lamb chops
• 1 tbsp (chopped) fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp (chopped) fresh thyme
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup (thick) Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp rosemary, 1 tbsp thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Brush 1 tbsp olive oil onto each lamb chop, then press the herb mixture onto both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, then sear lamb chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to oven and roast for 8-10 minutes until medium-rare (internal temperature 135°F).
3. Step 3: For the sauce, blend 1/4 cup mint leaves, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp salt until smooth. Serve lamb chops with sauce on the side.