Lemon-Oregano Roasted Lamb Chops
Tender lamb chops roasted with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for a bright and savory Mediterranean main dish. This Greek recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, olive oil, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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 2 lbs) lamb rib chops
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 2: Place 8 lamb rib chops in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange lamb chops on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.
- Step 4: Roast lamb chops for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked to medium-rare and edges are nicely browned.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon any pan juices over chops for extra flavor.








