Sheet Pan Baked Lamb Chops might look like something you’d order at a restaurant, but trust me, this is one of those low-effort dinners that makes you feel like a kitchen hero. Juicy lamb chops roast right on top of thinly sliced lemony potatoes, soaking everything in a garlicky olive oil marinade that bubbles and caramelizes in the oven.
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✅ Recipe Name: Sheet Pan Baked Lamb Chops
🕒 Ready In: 40 minutes
👪 Serves: 4 servings
🍽 Calories: 746 ~ per serving (estimated)
🥣 Main Ingredients: Lamb Chops, potatoes, lemon, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard
👌 Difficulty: Easy
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Growing up, lamb was always one of those “special dinner” meats in our house. But once you realize how quickly lamb chops cook, you start wondering why you don’t make them more often.
And bonus… this is a one pan dinner, which means fewer dishes and more time doing literally anything else 🙂 2 other one pan easy options are my very popular Chicken Sheet Pan Kebabs in the Oven or my Chicken Doner Kebab In a Sheet Pan!
Love lamb? Try these juicy Spiced Lamb Meatballs. You're going to love it! Pair it with something green like my Butter Lettuce Salad, and you've got a complete meal.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Lamb chops without the stress – They cook in minutes and this method makes them almost impossible to mess up.
Potatoes that steal the show – They roast underneath the lamb and soak up all those garlicky pan juices.
Big Mediterranean flavor – Garlic, lemon, oregano, and olive oil. A classic combo for lamb.
One pan dinner – Less cleanup and more time to sit down and enjoy your food.
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This is part of my No Boring Sheet Pan Dinner Series. Other episodes in the series: Honey Harissa Chicken Bake, Mediterranean "Nacho" Beef Potato Bowl, Sheet Pan Sliced Stuffed Bell Peppers, Sheet Pan Baked Panko Crusted Salmon, Sheet Pan Lemony Gnocchi & Meatballs, Sheet Pan Garlic Shrimp & Veggies, Sheet-pan Breakfast Burritos, Sheet Pan Drumsticks with Red pepper & Garlic!
Ingredients
Lamb Chops: You can buy individual chops or simply slice a rack of lamb between the bones. Lamb cooks quickly and stays incredibly tender when roasted at high heat. Look for chops that are about 1 inch thick for best results.
Yukon Gold Potatoes: Creamy inside, golden outside. They hold their shape beautifully and roast evenly when sliced thin. No need to parboil or do anything fancy.
Garlic: Fresh garlic is key here. Once it roasts in the oven with the lamb and potatoes it becomes mellow and slightly sweet.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Use good extra virgin olive oil here. It helps carry the flavor of the marinade and keeps everything juicy.
Lemon Juice: Lamb loves lemon. It brightens the dish and balances the richness of the meat.
Dijon Mustard: Adds depth and helps emulsify the marinade so it coats the lamb and potatoes nicely.
Oregano: A classic Mediterranean herb that pairs perfectly with lamb. Not to be mistaken with Mexican oregano, which is common in the USA.
Beef Broth: Just a little bit helps create those delicious roasting juices that soak into the potatoes.
How To Make Baked Lamb Chops
Full recipe and instructions in the recipe card at the end of post.
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F and blend together marinade ingredients.
- Step 2: Peel the Yukon gold potatoes and slice them thinly.
- Step 3: Spread the potatoes on a sheet pan and drizzle with some of the marinade.
- Step 4: Bake the potatoes for 15 minutes so they begin to soften.
- Step 5: Mix the rest of the marinade with the lamb and let it marinate while the potatoes cook.
- Step 6: Place lamb chops on potatoes, top with the beef broth and bake for 7 minutes, then switch the oven to broil for 3 minutes.
Substitutions & Variations
Different cuts of lamb: A full rack of lamb works great here. Just slice it into chops.
Add vegetables: Carrots, zucchini, or onions can roast alongside the potatoes.
Fresh herbs: Fresh oregano or thyme can be used instead of dried.
Mustard swap: Whole grain mustard works nicely if you want a milder flavor.
FAQ
Yes! You can marinate it for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
For medium lamb chops aim for about 135°F internal temperature.
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Sheet Pan Baked Lamb Chops
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops or 1 rack of lamb cut into chops
- 5 garlic cloves
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 Yukon gold potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Oven
- Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F and lightly oiling a sheet pan or lining it with parchment paper.
Make the Marinade
- In a bowl or food processor combine the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, beef broth, salt, and black pepper. Blend or whisk until smooth.5 garlic cloves, ⅓ cup olive oil, ⅓ cup lemon juice, 2 teaspoons oregano, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, ⅓ cup beef broth, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Prepare the Potatoes
- Peel the Yukon gold potatoes and slice them thinly, about ⅛ inch thick. Spread them evenly on the sheet pan and drizzle with a few spoonfuls of the marinade, tossing gently to coat.3 Yukon gold potatoes
Roast the Potatoes
- Transfer the sheet pan to the oven and roast the potatoes for 15 minutes so they begin to soften and lightly brown.
Marinate Lamb
- While potatoes are cooking, toss the lamb chops with the remainder of the marinade.8 lamb chops
Finish Cooking
- Once potatoes are done, add the lamb chops on top and top with the beef broth. and cover with parchment paper. Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for about 7 minutes, or until the lamb begins to brown.⅓ cup beef broth
Broil for Color
- Switch the oven to broil and cook for another 3 minutes until the lamb develops a golden crust and reaches about 135°F internally for medium.
Rest and Serve
- Allow the lamb chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted potatoes and pan juices.
Hj says
These were so delicious! I’ve always been afraid of making lamb chops for whatever reason lol but this recipe made it a breeze!
Alberto says
Delicious! Thank you