Baked Lamb Chops
Tender, juicy lamb chops baked with garlic, rosemary and simple seasonings for an elegant yet easy main dish perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 20–30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops (rib or loin)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or sliced
- 1–2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- (Optional) 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or herb paste
- (Optional) Lemon segments and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F) or 425°F depending on chop thickness.
- Trim excess fat from lamb chops, leaving some for flavour.
- Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, lemon juice (optional), salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat lamb chops in the mixture and let sit for 10–30 minutes.
- Place chops in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes for 1-inch chops, adjusting for thickness.
- Use a meat thermometer: aim for 60°C (140°F) for medium-rare before resting.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5–8 minutes.
- Garnish with lemon segments or herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
- Searing before baking is optional—oven-only cooking works well.
- Marinate longer for deeper flavour.
- Adjust herbs: thyme, mint or oregano also work beautifully.
- Resting is essential for juicy, tender chops.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chops
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
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