Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Tzatziki and Fresh Dill

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Tender lamb chops pan-seared to perfection, paired with a cool, creamy cucumber-dill tzatziki sauce for a refreshing finish. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb chops, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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 inch thick) lamb chops
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 medium, grated and drained cucumber
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 small, minced garlic clove
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 8 lamb chops and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add lamb chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness; remove and let rest.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by combining 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 grated and drained cucumber, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a bowl; mix thoroughly.
4. Step 4: Serve lamb chops hot with a generous dollop of the tzatziki sauce alongside for dipping.