Description
These Grilled Lamb Chops are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor from a simple yet aromatic herb marinade. Perfectly grilled to perfection, they pair beautifully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for an elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lamb Chops:
- 8 lamb chops (rib or loin)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For Garnish:
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Lamb Chops:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and lemon juice.
- Coat lamb chops in the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
- Grill the Lamb Chops:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare or 5-6 minutes for medium doneness.
- Rest & Serve:
- Let the lamb chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Substitute rosemary with oregano for a Mediterranean twist.
- Let the lamb come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
