Garlic Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe
Succulent garlic rosemary grilled lamb chops, marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, and fresh rosemary, then grilled to a perfect medium-rare. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, served best with mint apple sauce as a fresh accompaniment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 rack of lamb (8 lamb chops)
Marinade
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the lamb chops: Carefully slice the rack of lamb into individual chops, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, finely chopped fresh rosemary, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Stir thoroughly to blend all the flavors.
- Marinate the lamb chops: Place the lamb chops in a baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chops, making sure both sides are well coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill the lamb chops: Preheat your outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the marinated lamb chops on the grill and cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare doneness.
- Rest and serve: Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by mint apple sauce as a refreshing alternative to mint jelly.
Notes
- For medium or well-done lamb, increase grilling time accordingly and monitor with a meat thermometer.
- You can substitute fresh rosemary with dried rosemary if fresh is unavailable, but reduce quantity by half since dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Allowing lamb chops to rest after grilling ensures juicier meat.
- Marinating time can be extended up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor, but avoid marinating overnight as the garlic can become overpowering.
- Use an instant-read thermometer for best cooking accuracy and to avoid overcooking.