Baked Lamb Chops

Name: Baked Lamb Chops
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Lamb chops 1.8 lbs; Rosemary 2 sprigs; Thyme 2 sprigs; Garlic 1 clove; Lemon peel 1; Extra virgin olive oil 1.4 tbsp; Fine salt to taste; Ground black pepper to taste; Black pepper to taste; Potatoes 1.3 lbs; Garlic 1 clove; Rosemary 1 sprig; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp; Fine salt to taste

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369

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 369
Carbohydrates g 23.8
of which sugars g 2.8
Protein g 33.4
Fats g 15.5
of which saturated fat g 3.39
Fiber g 2.8
Cholesterol mg 112
Sodium mg 410

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average
Note + 2 h of marination

PRESENTATION

Baked lamb chops are a big deal—like really big—in central Italy. Especially during Easter and all those festive gatherings. The smell of these oven-baked lamb chops with garlic, rosemary, and a touch of thyme? It just fills the whole house, making everyone super eager before the dish even hits the table. And listen, what really sets them apart is how tender and juicy they get, soaking up all those classic Italian flavors.

In places like Lazio or Abruzzo, it's pretty common to toss the lamb on a bed of potatoes. These turn out golden, infused with the lamb's rich juices. I mean, who doesn’t love that? Families often have their local touches—like a sprinkle of Parmigiano or a thin layer of Colonnata lard—which really kicks up the savory factor. Seriously good stuff.

These baked lamb recipes are all about good food and good company. Perfect for spring holidays. And the potatoes roasted with the lamb? So moist and satisfying. Platters get piled high as everyone digs in—no question. Unlike other lamb chop recipes needing frying or grilling, these easy baked lamb chops let the oven do its thing. Freeing up time to hang out with family.

Versions like "Abbacchio a scottadito" or "Abbacchio alla cacciatora" show off how each family puts their own spin on it. Maybe they go heavy on the herbs or toss in a dash of parsley or spice. Either way, the outcome? Always something rich and special without all the fuss. Whether called herb-crusted lamb chops or baked lamb chops, these flavors remind you of long meals, laughter—traditions that get passed down.

This dish? It brings people together. Keeps conversations flowing. Makes the table feel like home. And it is a culinary journey that not only satisfies the taste buds but also warms the heart—celebrating both simplicity and depth of Italian cooking, especially in the stunning landscapes of central Italy.

INGREDIENTS

369

Calories per serving

Lamb chops 1.8 lbs (800 g)

Rosemary 2 sprigs

Thyme 2 sprigs

Garlic 1 clove

Lemon peel 1

Extra virgin olive oil 1.4 tbsp (20 g)

Fine salt to taste

Ground black pepper to taste

Black pepper to taste

For the Potatoes: Potatoes 1.3 lbs (600 g); Garlic 1 clove; Rosemary 1 sprig; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g); Fine salt to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Baked Lamb Chops

To prepare the baked lamb chops, start by trimming the excess fat from the meat 1, then make cuts between each rib 2 and use your fingers to push the meat down, cleaning the bone as much as possible 3.

Place the chops in a baking dish and season with salt 4 and pepper. Add 2 sprigs of rosemary, the thyme 5, and the peppercorns 6.

Pour about 2 teaspoons of oil 7, add the freshly grated lemon zest 8, making sure to sprinkle over all the chops 9.

Also add a halved clove of garlic 10, cover with plastic wrap 11, and let marinate for about 2 hours in the refrigerator. After this time, peel the potatoes and cut them in half 12.

Further cut the potatoes into wedges 13. Transfer them to a bowl and season with a clove of garlic cut into 4 14 and the rosemary needles 15.

Finally, add salt and about 4 teaspoons of oil 16. Place the chops in a slightly oiled baking dish (with the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil) and arrange the seasoned potatoes around them 18.

Wrap the bones with a strip of aluminum foil 19, fully covering them 20 to prevent burning while cooking. Bake in a preheated static oven at 392°F for 50 minutes (using a fan oven is not recommended as the chops may dry out too much). Once cooked, take out and serve your baked lamb chops immediately 21!