Sheet Pan Za’atar Lamb Chops with Roasted Eggplant and Yogurt Sauce

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

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Tender lamb chops seasoned with fragrant za’atar, roasted alongside smoky eggplant, served with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, za’atar spice blend, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) lamb rib chops
2 tbsp za’atar spice blend
4 tbsp, divided olive oil
2 medium, cut into 1-inch cubes eggplant
1 1/2 tsp, divided salt
1 tsp, divided black pepper
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 clove, minced garlic clove
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp za’atar with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over 8 lamb rib chops and set aside.
Step 2: On a large sheet pan, toss 2 medium cubed eggplants with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer and roast in the oven for 10 minutes.
Step 3: After 10 minutes, add the seasoned lamb chops to the sheet pan with the eggplant. Roast for an additional 12-15 minutes, flipping the lamb once halfway through, until the lamb reaches your desired doneness and eggplant is tender and golden.
Step 4: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 minced garlic clove and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well and chill until serving.
Step 5: Serve the lamb chops and roasted eggplant drizzled with the garlic yogurt sauce, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves.