Description
Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Mushrooms and Tomatoes is a fast, flavor-packed Mediterranean dinner that brings zesty lemon, garlic, earthy mushrooms, and tender seared lamb together in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
• 1 Rack of Lamb (8 to 9 single rib lamb chops)
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano or 2 tsp dried oregano
• Dash of salt and pepper
• Portabella mushrooms, thinly sliced
• Tomatoes, sliced
• Green onion, sliced
• Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat the rack of lamb dry and slice into individual chops, trimming excess fat.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, crushed garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the marinade into the lamb chops thoroughly on all sides.
4. Place the chops in a covered dish and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
5. Preheat a cast-iron or stainless-steel pan over high heat.
6. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil once hot, then sear the lamb chops 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
7. Flip and add sliced mushrooms to the pan, cooking alongside the lamb.
8. In the final minute, add the tomatoes and any remaining marinade.
9. Transfer chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
10. Garnish with lemon slices, sliced green onion, and extra oregano before serving.
Notes
– For best flavor, marinate overnight.
– Use a meat thermometer to ensure lamb reaches your preferred doneness.
– Substitute pork chops or chicken thighs if lamb isn’t available.
– Add crumbled feta or olives as a garnish for extra Mediterranean flavor.
– Not recommended for freezing after cooking due to texture changes in mushrooms and tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean