Savory Herb-Roasted Lamb Chops with Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Juicy lamb chops marinated in rosemary and garlic, roasted to perfection and finished with a bright lemon zest. This French recipe (high-protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 French cuisine 510 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, bone-in lamb chops
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
3 cloves, minced garlic
1, zest and juice lemon
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and lemon zest until combined.
Step 3: Rub herb mixture all over lamb chops, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 3 minutes).
Step 5: Place lamb chops in skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, turning only once.
Step 6: Transfer skillet to oven preheated to 400°F and roast for 8-10 minutes for medium doneness (135°F internal temperature).
Step 7: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with extra lemon zest before serving.