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Greek Lamb Chops

Lamb is one of the most popular meats in Greek cuisine, and with good reason: it's packed with flavor and is so versatile. These Greek lamb chops are smothered in a traditional marinade of fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and herbs. The result is a zesty, juicy, and delicious dinner your family will love!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 568 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Marinade
  • ⅔ cup olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 2 sprigs oregano
For the Lamb Chops
  • 1 ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb lamb chops about 4 lamb chops

Instructions

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  1. Combine all of the marinade ingredients.
  2. Add the lamb chops.
  3. Let sit for 1 hours, up to over night.
  4. After the lamb chops are done marinating, remove and pat dry.
  5. Heat 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil in a medium pan over medium high heat.
  6. Add the lamb chops to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the lamb chops register 135ºF.
  7. Let rest 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 568kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 49g (75%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 33g Cholesterol 86mg (29%) Sodium 360mg (15%) Potassium 417mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 127IU (3%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 568

% Daily Value*

Calories 568kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 49g 75%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 33g 165%
Cholesterol 86mg 29%
Sodium 360mg 15%
Potassium 417mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 127IU 3%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.