Quick Look at this Lamb Chop Marinade Recipe
- Ready In: 5 minutes!
- Best For: marinating 1.5 – 2 pounds of lamb chops, option to make a double or triple batch for more lamb chops or a whole leg of lamb
- Main Ingredients: oil, garlic, fresh & dry herbs
- Dietary Info: dairy-free, gluten-free, Paleo, Whole30
- Why You’ll Love It: This incredible combination of 8 real, simple ingredients is going to give you the most tender and flavorful lamb chops that you have ever tasted! I also love our homemade lamb seasoning, but the juiciness that comes with this simple lamb chop marinade is next level!
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Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, & estimated nutritional information.
- Avocado oil – option to sub with extra virgin olive oil or another neutral oil.
- Rosemary – the combination of fresh rosemary and lamb is a match made in heaven. Fresh really is the best option, but you can sub the fresh for 2 teaspoons of dried.
- Lemon – we used juice and zest, so don’t throw away that peel! Sub with orange juice and/or zest and add a splash of vinegar to brighten it up.
- Smoked Paprika – this is an alternative seasoning for those paprika lovers out there. It adds so much depth and a subtle smokiness.
How To Marinate Lamb Chops
Step 1 – Put all the ingredients in a bowl.
Step 2 – Mix them together.
Step 3 – Place fully thawed lamb chops in a deep baking dish or large storage bag (I love Stasher Bags).
Step 4 – Pour the marinade over the top and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
Best Ways To Cook Marinated Lamb Chops
There are a few different ways to cook these lamb lollipops after they have marinated. A few of our favorites are:
- Stove top – pan seared lamb chops are perfect if you don’t have a grill or smoker or it is just to cold to cook outside!
- Grilled – our grilled lamb chops recipe has a slight char on the outside and we love serving them with a mint chimichurri sauce.
- Smoked – you have to try our Traeger smoked lamb chops for that added smokey flavor that can’t be beat!
Lamb Chop Marinade FAQs
Absolutely. No matter the cut of lamb, these flavors pair so well.
Rosemary and garlic are staple pairings with lamb chops. So whatever marinade you chose, be sure to check that these two key ingredients are in the recipe!
This really depends on the size. The recipe card below is enough for 1.5-2 pounds of lamb chops, feel free to double or triple the amounts depending on how large the leg of lamb is.
Highly recommend a bright and fresh side to pair with this protein like an easy lemon pasta, broccoli bacon salad, or our couscous salad.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil, (sub olive oil)
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1.5-2 pounds lamb chops
Instructions
- Combine: Put 4 tablespoons avocado oil, 3 tablespoons garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, & 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Prep Lamb: Pat 1.5-2 pounds lamb chops dry with clean paper towels and place them in a glass container or reusable silicone bag.
- Marinate: Pour marinade over top and ensure lamb chops are fully coated. Let marinate a minimum of 30 minutes or overnight.
- Cook Lamb Chops: Cook however you want – we love making cast iron skillet lamb chops, marinated grilled lamb chops, or the best smoked lamb chops!
Notes
- Paprika: a little smoked paprika or regular paprika is also good in here – about a 1/2 teaspoon would be perfect.
- Timing: when marinating for 30 minutes they can be left out at room temperature. For a longer marinating time (or overnight), they will need to be covered and stored in the fridge.
Thomas says
“This marinade is gold — bright, herby, and totally brings out the best in lamb chops. So easy and the chops came out juicy, flavorful, perfect every time.
Bridget says
Thank you for this recipe! It added so much great flavor to my lamb chops!
Amanda Hardy says
Hello! Hoping to try this with lamb loin chops this week. Can you let me know how many pounds of lamb you use for this recipe? Want to make sure I have the right quantity. Thanks!
Erin says
Hi Amanda – this is for approx. 1.5-2 lbs of lamb – sorry about that!
Diane Bubeck says
Delish! Tripled the recipe to marinate 48 lamb lollipops. Didn’t change a thing!
Erin says
So happy to hear that, Diane!
Linda says
Delish! Made as written, adding the suggested smoked paprika. I marinated these for about 2 1/2 hours, then seared in an ovenproof skillet and finished in the oven. First time I ever did anything other than broil loin lamb chops with just salt & pepper. Will marinate from now on! Thanks for sharing your recipe.
Erin says
So happy to hear that, Linda!