11 Lamb Chop Recipes That Have Us Ditching The Ham This Easter

If you're looking for a low-key way to razzle-dazzle your family this Easter, we've got just the thing for you: Lamb chops! Before you think lamb is a bit extra, trust us; Lamb chops are an iconic and holiday-worthy meal you can make all by yourself. Even if you don't make lamb chops often, these easy-to-follow recipes will ensure the star of your Easter meal comes out amazing. Once you've figured out which of these 11 lamb chop recipes to make this season, be sure to pair it with one of these side dishes that are more than worthy of those lamb chops.

First of all, what is a lamb chop exactly? As their name suggests, lamb chops are a cut that can come from the rib, loin, shoulder, and sirloin portion of the lamb, with the most familiar being from the rib. If you've ever had a rack of lamb or a crown roast, you likely already know that lamb is an easy (yet still super impressive) protein to serve for any dinner, whether it be Easter or just a regular weeknight dinner. Feel free to play around with all the different kinds of lamb chops, too! Roasting lamb shoulder is just as good (and simple) as roasting a regular ol' rotisserie chicken, and will yield ultra-tender chops, too.

Best of all, lamb chops can be taken in so many flavorful directions. Our lamb marinade is our go-to for when we're craving Greek, and our Moroccan lamb tagine is impossible to mess up and will instantly transport you to Marrakesh.

To round out your meal, check out our favorite Easter desserts and Easter side dishes next. And if you're lucky to have leftovers, check out all our favorite ways to use up leftover lamb.