Lemon-Oregano Grilled Lamb Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

Juicy lamb chops marinated in a zesty lemon and oregano mixture, grilled to perfection with a fresh herb finish. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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 chops (about 1.5 lbs) lamb rib chops
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Add 8 lamb rib chops to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and let excess drip off.
4. Step 4: Grill the lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 135°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint over the chops before serving.