The Best Grilled Lamb Chop Recipe

It’s grilling season and we’re here for it! Whip up this delicious recipe with simple ingredients and your outdoor grill. Put together our yummy garlicky lemon lamb chop marinade to give your lamb chops a burst of flavor and the the juiciest bite. And because lamb chops on the grill only take about 10 minutes to cook, you’ll have time to whip up our fluffy lemon couscous and fresh mint chimichurri sauce to make an impressive spread for your next family meal (or check out one of our other suggested lamb side dishes).

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What You Will Need

Lamb Chops + Marinade:

• lamb chops – The flavor of lamb is often described as grass-finished thanks to the natural diet of lamb.
• olive oil – Just a bit to help add moisture to the marinade.
• garlic – A peppery, earthy flavor that can’t be skipped.
• kosher salt & ground black pepper – Just a bit to bring out the best natural flavors.
• fresh rosemary – A piney and lemony herb that lends itself to the grass-finished lamb flavors.
• fresh lemon zest – Just a bit to brighten all the flavors.
• dried oregano leaves – A slightly minty and light herb.

Mint Chimichurri:

• fresh parsley – Brings a clean, peppery taste and an unmistakeable aromatic oil, giving it the freshest flavor.
• fresh mint leaves – Slightly sweet and subtly cool, this little leaf makes each bite refreshing.
• extra virgin olive oil – A light, clean oil that has a plethora heart healthy fats and antioxidants.
• garlic – Equal parts peppery, earthy, butter, and pungent.
• dried oregano leaves – A subtle balance between sweet, spicy, and earthy.
• shallot – Milder and sweeter than a traditional onion.
• lemon juice – Adds brightness and the right amount of citrus.
• red wine vinegar – A robust and unique flavor throughout.
• kosher salt & ground black pepper – Just a bit to enhance all of these beautiful flavors.
• red pepper flakes – Just a bit for some subtle heat.

How To Grill Lamb Chops

To prep the lamb, pat them dry with a clean paper towel and place them in a deep glass container or reusable silicone bag. In a small mixing bowl combine marinade ingredients and whisk to combine. Pour the marinade mixture over the lamb chops and ensure that they’re full coated. Let the lamb chops marinate for at least 30 minutes or in the refrigerator overnight.

Meanwhile, prep the mint chimichurri sauce by placing all of the ingredients in a food processor and blend until it reaches a smooth consistency. After tasting, feel free to adjust the salt, red pepper flakes, and garlic to increase the spiciness level. 

Next, ensure that your grill grates are clean and rub them down with olive oil or cooking spray to keep your meat from sticking. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, allowing the access marinade to drip off before placing them on the hot grill to avoid flare-ups.

How Long To Grill Lamb Chops

For medium-rare cooked lamb chops, place them over direct heat and let cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until your internal meat thermometer reads 130°-135 degrees fahrenheit. 

Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your meat, needing a bit more time for thicker cuts and a bit less time for thinner cuts. Just to be sure to check the internal temp often to ensure that your meat doesn’t dry out from being over cooked.

Recipe FAQs

• lamb chops: There are many different cuts of lamb. For this recipe we used a Frenched rack of lamb, which means that any excess meat, bone, and cartilage has been removed from the bones of the rack. This doesn’t change the flavor at all and is simply done for aesthetic reasons. Then we cut the individual lamb lolipops apart. You can just as easily use regular lamb chops – whatever is available to you! 
• storage: Store leftover lamb chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Other Lamb Recipes You Might Like

• Lamb Meatballs
• Lamb Sauce
• Lamb Burgers
• Garlic Herb Lamb Chops
• Ultimate Leg Of Lamb Recipe