Easy Lamp Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce
Lamb isn’t for everyone. However, if you have not tried it, you should! It has a totally different flavor than your everyday steak. These lamb chops are quick and easy. Pair them with smashed potatoes recipe on the blog and you have an amazing dinner for a special occasion.
Easy Lamb Chops with Greek Yogurt Sauce
ingredients
1lb lamb loin chops
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp thyme
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 tsp fresh oregano chopped
Yogurt Sauce
1 cup greek yogurt
1/3 cup green onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
instructions
In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne, onion powder, thyme, and oregano.
Place the lamb loin chops in a pyrex dish. Coat with the marinade, and cover. Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
After 2 hours remove from fridge and let them come to room temperature.
Heat a grill pan with a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to rest before serving.
Yogurt Sauce
In a small bowl whisk together the yogurt, salt, and pepper. Gently fold in the green onions.
RECIPE NOTES: Serve with smashed potatoes with pomergranate red wine glaze!