Description
Elevate your culinary skills with this delectable grilled lamb chops recipe, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. The tender, flavorful chops are marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection for a charred exterior and juicy interior. This dish comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in lamb chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place lamb chops in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure each chop is coated evenly. Cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- Remove lamb from marinade and let excess drip off. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness; adjust cooking time according to preference.
- Allow lamb chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with sides of choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg