Garlic Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops

These grilled lamb chops flavored with rosemary and garlic then cooked until golden and juicy over flames are out-of-this-world delicious.

Ingredients needed

• Lamb chops. I used rib chops but lamb loin chops can also be used.
• Olive oil.
• Fresh herbs: I used fresh rosemary and dried oregano but other herbs like thyme, parsley or mint can also be used.
• Lemon juice. 
• Salt and black pepper. 

How to grill lamb chops (summary)

1. Marinate the lamb chops: Make the marinade in a medium bowl according to recipe instructions. Place the lamb in a large bowl or a suitable airtight container for marinating then pour over the marinade and cover and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but ideally up to 4 hours in the fridge. Remove the chops from the refrigerator and bring up to room temperature before grilling.
2. Grill: Preheat a grill (I like to cook lamb chops over medium-high heat), grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chops and allow to cook for 5-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Stand the lamb chops on their fat caps and allow to cook for another 4-5 minutes until crisp, golden and tender. I prefer my lamb chops to be medium which is why I cook them for approximately 12-15 minutes. If you prefer them to medium-rare, cook them for 3-5 minutes per side but allow the fat to render and crisp for the best end result.
3. Rest and serve: Remove the lamb from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve with lemon.

What to serve with grilled lamb chops

Lamb chops are great served with a variety of side dishes but I love serving it with a variety of salads or potatoes. It’s also delicious served with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.

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2. Greek lemon potatoes
3. Easy tomato feta green bean salad

Lamb chop recipes

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Garlic Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops

These grilled lamb chops flavored with rosemary and garlic then cooked until golden and juicy over flames are out-of-this-world delicious.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Grilled lamb chops, Lamb chop recipes, lamb chops

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Marinating time: 30 minutes minutes

Calories: 250kcal

Author: Alida Ryder

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g (1lb) lamb chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp rosemary finely chopped
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Instructions

• Finely chop/grate the garlic and rosemary then combine with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Pour over the lamb chops then cover and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but ideally up to 4 hours.
• Preheat a grill (I like to cook lamb chops over medium-high heat) or grill pan.
• Add the lamb chops and allow to cook for 5-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Stand the lamb chops on their fat caps and allow to cook for another 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden. If you prefer them to be less done, cook them for 3-5 minutes per side but allow the fat to render and crisp for the best end result. 
• Remove the lamb from the heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve with lemon.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1249mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg