Oven Baked Lamb Chops: Quick, Juicy, and Restaurant-Quality

Delicious oven baked lamb chops feature a vibrant herb and red pepper marinade for a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 chops

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1 cup Red Bell Pepper Peeled and chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
3 Garlic Cloves Minced
1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil

For the Lamb

4 pieces Lamb Chops Look for good marbling
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Oregano
1 teaspoon Thyme
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute with regular paprika
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Can sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired

Equipment

food processor
Mixing bowl
skillet
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparation: Process the red bell pepper, parsley, and garlic in a food processor until chunky.
Combine all marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl; stir well.
Place lamb chops in a dish, pour marinade over and coat well; marinate for at least 1 hour.
Let lamb chops sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking.
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
Sear lamb chops in the skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.
Transfer to preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Let the lamb chops rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 42gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a flavorful twist, consider adding additional herbs or spices to the marinade. Perfect for dinner parties or casual meals.

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