Name: Roasted Rack of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 0.5 cup fresh bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (7 bone) rack of lamb, trimmed and frenched; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Cook Time: 20 minutes

This roasted rack of lamb recipe will impress even the toughest of critics. Heres how to prepare it step by step:

Ingredients

cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (7-bone) rack of lamb, trimmed and frenched
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1: Gather all the ingredients youll need for the recipe.

Step 2: Preheat your oven to 450F (230C). Move the oven rack to the center position for even cooking.

Step 3: In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir in 2 tablespoons of olive oil to moisten the mixture. Set aside.

Step 4: Season the rack of lamb all over with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 5: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over high heat. Once hot, add the lamb and sear it on all sides for about 1 to 2 minutes until nicely browned. Remove the lamb and set it aside for a few minutes.

Step 6: Brush the seared lamb with Dijon mustard, then roll it in the prepared bread crumb mixture, pressing down gently to ensure an even coating. Cover the ends of the bones with aluminum foil to prevent them from burning.

Step 7: Return the breaded rack of lamb to the skillet, bone-side down. Roast in the preheated oven for 12 to 18 minutes for medium doneness. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature: it should read at least 130F (54C) for medium.

Step 8: Once the lamb reaches your desired doneness, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for 5 to 7 minutes, loosely covered with foil. This resting period helps the juices redistribute for a tender, flavorful result.

Step 9: Carve the lamb between the ribs and serve.

What to Serve With Rack of Lamb

For a complete meal, consider pairing this roasted rack of lamb with oven-roasted potatoes or another side dish from our collection of flavor-packed recipes.

Community Tips

"Quick and easy recipe, turned out perfect," says WSinc. "Dont waste what's left stuck to the pan use it to make a sauce!"
"Simple and delicious," raves IrishHarp. "I sauted shallots before browning and deglazed with red wine towards the end. A tablespoon of butter after cooking made it even better!"
"I used dried thyme instead of rosemary, and it turned out wonderfully juicy and flavorful," shares sandrallaue. "The recipe was easy to follow and turned out great!"

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	481
Total Fat	41g
Saturated Fat	13g
Cholesterol	94mg
Sodium	1369mg
Total Carbohydrates	6g
Dietary Fiber	1g
Total Sugars	0g
Protein	22g
Vitamin C	2mg
Calcium	44mg
Iron	2mg
Potassium	308mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Roasted Rack of Lamb Recipe

Comments

RPerlow

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

I used a petite rack of lamb from Costco, 8 ribs though. I agree with the many others who say the salt could be cut, but not eliminated, say by half. I let the meat rest out of the fridge for about an hour before starting the recipe, those who needed to cook the rack longer than the recipe states either have their oven too low (get it calibrated) or started with the meat too cold. Anyway, after 12 minutes in the oven it was perfectly medium rare in the middle and medium/medium well on the end cuts. It was incredibly easy as well, what more could you ask from a recipe that would impress the Queen?

Daisy

04/17/2020 01:39:57 AM

This was AMAZING!! A few tweaks. When seared the lamb (2.5lbs) I added 1 tbsp of butter to avocado oil ( I use this instead of EVOO) and 2 tsp of minced garlic . When garlic turned brown I added the lamb seared on all sides then removed the cast iron skillet from the heat. To the bread crumbs, I added 1/2 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of onion powder, 1 Tbsp of fresh minced rosemary and 1 tbsp dried rosemary, 2 tsp of basil. I added the rendering from the skillet to the breadcrumbs , mixed well, coated the lamb with Dijon mustard, then the breadcrumbs. Placed in 400 degree oven for 35 minutes. PERFECT!!! LAMB was rare to mid rare. (new Zealand lamb vs Colorado lamb. (There was a fat cap on the lamb)

IrishHarp

09/08/2022 05:12:48 PM

Very simple and really delicious. I sautéed shallots before browning. Also when it was almost done I deglazed the pan with some good red wine. I removed the lamb and added one tablespoon of butter. In my top 5 favorites

Cathy

01/17/2023 02:32:55 AM

My husband and I eat rack of lamb on a regular basis. I buy it at Costco and it is always very good. I found this recipe today and it was OVER THE TOP delicious. I used panko bread crumbs and didn't add any salt but otherwise made no changes. Cooked 20 minutes at 425 (I had veggies roasting) and let rest for 5 minutes. A few minutes less would have been better as we like ours medium rare but the lamb was moist, the bread crumbs were crunchy and they tasted as good as they could have. I will definitely make these again.

AquaBun2458

03/10/2023 10:53:41 PM

I like to mix fresh garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, a bit of jalapeño, Dijon, bread and olive oil in a small food processor making a thick paste which I spread evenly over a nicely browned rack of lamb then roasting at 450 F for 15 - 20 minutes (exposed bone wrapped in foil). Quite amazing. Simple but Michelin star!

Lfeferman

06/19/2023 01:23:40 AM

Same as everyone else - cook twice as long. Go a little easier on salt. Guests said it was the best MEAL, not best lamb meal, they'd ever eaten and they eat food with expensive chefs all over the world! I was proud to give them such a great experience.

nicholastaylor272

06/09/2023 10:47:19 AM

Excellent recipe we all enjoyed the taste and flavor. Reduced the salt as well and still fine the fresh garlic had sprouted so used the minced garlic. However the cook time we had to double and the rest the meat for 10 minutes to bring the center section upto temperature

UpbeatRoll9854

12/03/2023 11:06:20 AM

I made this with local lamb and a mint honey yoghurt sauce, and it was without exaggeration the best meal of my life

Emily Baker

03/08/2025 04:25:05 PM

Can’t get enough of this 🤤

Deidrejw

06/28/2020 10:47:28 PM

This recipe is terrific. I made it and it was wonderful. I would, however, eliminate adding the salt to the bread crumb mixture. After reading other reviewers, I halved the salt, but it was still too much for my palate. Given this one a go!

Kath O'Brien

06/11/2023 08:11:52 AM

Definitely needs longer in the oven I’d say 30 minutes and rest for 7

Colleen

08/26/2025 10:42:52 PM

The breading was very tasty and really enhanced the flavor of the lamb. I prepared and cooked these according to instructions using cook time of 18 minutes at 450 degrees. I have a gas oven

Connie

08/22/2025 03:14:56 AM

love lamb

Janet

07/23/2025 12:17:56 AM

this has become a favorite

rgulotta

07/06/2025 12:37:31 AM

I so wanted to give this a 5 star review and, I guess a bit is on me for not reading the reviews enough. The salt was WAY too much. Cut it in half (or even 1/3) and then this is a five star recipe!

BoldOkra4335

06/16/2025 01:42:49 PM

Amazing flavor!

Emily Taylor

06/14/2025 09:48:52 PM

This was my first time making track of lamb, and I felt a little intimidated. This was easier than I expected. I will be making it again.

TameOven6487

06/10/2025 11:42:53 PM

JazzyFlan7387

05/21/2025 01:42:02 AM

Super easy recipe for my first time cooking lamb! Had everything in my pantry so I definitely loved that. I live at 8,400 ft so I had to cook it for 30 ish minutes at 400° to get it to 130°