Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Oregano and Feta Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

Tender lamb chops pan-seared and topped with a fragrant oregano and feta butter that melts into the meat, delivering a rich, savory Greek-inspired flavor. This Greek recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, fresh oregano for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 pieces (about 1 inch thick, 1.5 lbs) lamb chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 lamb chops and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add lamb chops and sear for 4 minutes without moving until a golden crust forms, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from heat and let rest.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1 tsp lemon zest until combined. Spoon the feta butter over the warm lamb chops, allowing it to melt and infuse the meat with flavor.