Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Spiced Lamb Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

Tender lamb chops roasted with a blend of Mediterranean spices and fresh herbs, served with a garlic yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 38 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 chops
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; mix well to form a marinade.
2. Step 2: Rub the marinade over 8 lamb chops (about 2 lbs), coating evenly, and let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the lamb chops on a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, turning once halfway, until cooked to medium-rare and juices run clear.
4. Step 4: While the lamb roasts, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley in a small bowl; season with a pinch of salt to taste.
5. Step 5: Remove the lamb chops from the oven, rest for 5 minutes, then serve each chop with a dollop of the garlic yogurt sauce.