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Lamb Shoulder Chops Recipe Oven

A simple yet flavorful dish featuring juicy lamb shoulder chops roasted to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 lamb shoulder chops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon juiced

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet or roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the lamb shoulder chops in the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear each chop for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  6. Roast the lamb for about 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove the chops from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Serve the lamb shoulder chops with your favorite sides.

Notes

For deeper flavor, consider marinating overnight.