Grilled Lamb Chops
Grilled Lamb Chops are tender, juicy, and packed with bold flavor thanks to a simple garlic-herb marinade. Perfect for a special dinner or a backyard barbecue, these chops sear beautifully on the grill and pair well with everything from roasted veggies to fresh salads.
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops rib or loin chops, about 1 inch thick
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: lemon wedges and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Make marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate lamb: Place lamb chops in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chops, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours.
- Preheat grill: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil grates if needed.
- Grill chops: Remove lamb from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness (internal temp of 135°F for medium-rare).
- Rest and serve: Let chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate overnight.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking — lamb is best served medium-rare to medium.
- Great served with tzatziki, couscous, roasted potatoes, or a fresh cucumber salad.
- You can broil lamb chops in the oven if grilling isn’t an option.