Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Mushrooms and Tomatoes 🇬🇷🍖🍅
If you love bold, Mediterranean flavors, you’re going to fall in love with these Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Mushrooms and Tomatoes!
Juicy lamb chops are soaked in a vibrant garlic-herb marinade, seared to perfection, and served alongside oven-roasted mushrooms and blistered cherry tomatoes.
Topped with fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta, this dish is rustic, hearty, and full of sunshine — just like a Greek seaside tavern dinner!
Ingredients
For the Lamb Chops:
- 🐑 225g lamb chops
- 🫒 60ml olive oil
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
- 🍷 15ml red wine vinegar
- 🌿 10ml dried oregano
- 🌿 5ml dried thyme
- 🌿 5ml dried rosemary
- 🌱 2.5ml ground cumin
- 🧂 2.5ml salt
- 🧂 1.25ml black pepper
For the Vegetables:
- 🍄 250g mushrooms, sliced
- 🍅 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 🫒 30ml olive oil
- 🌿 5ml dried oregano
- 🧂 2.5ml salt
- 🧂 1.25ml black pepper
- 🌿 15ml fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 🧀 Crumbled feta cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Lamb Chops
- Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, thyme, rosemary, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Lamb: Place the lamb chops in the bowl, coating them well with the marinade.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes — ideally 2–3 hours for the best flavor infusion!
2. Roast the Vegetables
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large baking dish, toss the mushrooms and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Roast: Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the tomatoes are juicy and slightly blistered.
3. Cook the Lamb Chops
- Sear the Lamb: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil if needed.
- Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked to your preferred doneness (medium-rare is about 63°C/145°F).
- Rest: Let the lamb chops rest for 5 minutes after cooking to lock in all those juices!
4. Assemble and Serve
- Arrange the lamb chops on a serving platter alongside the roasted vegetables.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese for an extra Mediterranean touch.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Marinating Time: The longer the marination, the deeper the flavor! Overnight marination is even better if you have time.
- Alternative Vegetables: Try adding red onions, zucchini, or bell peppers for more color and flavor.
- Grill Option: You can also grill the lamb chops instead of pan-searing — perfect for summer barbecues!
- Leftovers Tip: Slice leftover lamb and stuff it into pita bread with roasted veggies and tzatziki for an incredible lunch the next day.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bursting with classic Greek flavors
- Simple, rustic, and elegant
- Naturally gluten-free
- Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions
Serving Ideas
- Serve with a side of Greek lemon potatoes or orzo pilaf.
- Add a simple Greek salad with cucumbers, olives, and feta.
- Pair with a glass of red wine like Syrah or a bold Greek Agiorgitiko!
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