Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Greek Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

Juicy lamb chops pan-seared to medium-rare, served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce rich in garlic and dill. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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

• 4 chops, about 1-inch thick lamb chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup, finely grated and drained cucumber
• 1, minced garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 lamb chops and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add lamb chops to the skillet and sear for 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, until a deep brown crust forms and the internal temperature reads 135°F. Remove and rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a bowl combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup finely grated and drained cucumber, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil. Stir until smooth and chilled.
4. Step 4: Serve lamb chops alongside a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.