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    Home » Recipes » Main Dish

    Grilled Lamb Rib Chops

    By Lily・Published: Nov 4, 2022・Updated: Jun 6, 2023・Post may have affiliate links.

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    These grilled lamb rib chops are infused with fresh rosemary, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and olive oil. They take just a few minutes to grill up, and they are juicy and flavorful. Lamb lovers, this easy dinner recipe is for you!

    grilled lamb rib chops

    Speaking of fabulous lamb dishes, some of my favorites are Algerian lamb shoulder stew, roasted boneless lamb leg, broiled lamb kabobs, and lamb shank foil packets.

    This delicious lamb recipe is easy and quick. The simple marinade compliments the flavor of lamb quite well.

    What You Will Love

    This lamb chop recipe is the perfect "helper" recipe for that special someone in your life. You know who I'm talking about. The person you want to start outsourcing tasks to and need a gentle "nudge." You make the marinade, they grill the chops while you toss a salad, and dinner is done in 25 minutes.

    Ingredient Notes

    ingredients to make rosemary lemon lamb chops
    • Lamb rib chops: Buy the lamb rack or pre-cut lamb chops. Substitute lamb loin chops, although those take a tad bit longer on the grill because they are thicker.
    • Garlic: Use fresh garlic, preferably crushed. If you don't have a mortar and pestle or garlic press, you can mince the garlic.
    • Fresh rosemary: I don't know why, but I think fresh rosemary tastes better than dried rosemary for this recipe. Maybe someone can tell me why in the comment section?
    • Olive oil: This helps prevent the chops from sticking to the grill. It also adds delicious flavor.
    • Lemon juice from whole lemons

    See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities.

    Quick Overview

    quick overview of how to make lamb chops

    Steps 1,2,3,4,&5: Prepare the lamb chops. Make the lemon, rosemary, and garlic marinade.

    Steps 6 & 7: Marinate the lamb rib chops.

    Step 8: Grill the lamb chops on a hot grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    cutting off individual lamb lollipops from a lamb rib rack

    If using a lamb rack, cut in between the rib bone to make single chops. Use a sharp metal blade and cutting board.

    mashing the garlic with a mortar and pestle.

    Mash the garlic cloves using a mortar and pestle. Alternatively, use a garlic press to crush the garlic.

    chopping the fresh rosemary.

    Chop the sprigs of fresh rosemary.

    squeezing the lemon.

    Juice the lemons.

    mixing the fresh rosemary, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil together

    Combine marinade ingredients (garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, olive oil, and salt) in a small bowl.

    mixing the lemon, garlic, and rosemary marinade with the lamb chops

    Mix the garlic rosemary marinade with the lamb rib chops.

    marinating the lamb rib chops

    Cover the marinated lamb with plastic wrap. Marinate the lamb for a minimum of 5 minutes while setting up the outdoor grill.

    grilling lamb rib chops over charcoal

    Grill both sides of the lamb chops for about 3 to 5 minutes per side.

    social media image for grilled lamb chops

    Once the chops are taken off of the grill, cover the pan with aluminum foil. Let the chops rest for a few minutes before serving.

    Tips and Tricks

    Set the lamb chops out at room temperature for about 30 minutes to an hour before preparing. This helps the chops to get grilled evenly.

    Measure the lamb rib chops using a meat thermometer. The cooking time varies. The "pull" temperature for the chops are: rare at 130°F (52℃), medium rare at 140°F, medium at 150°F, and well done at 160°F and higher. Once the lamb chops rest for a few minutes, the internal temperature may increase.

    rosemary and garlic grilled lamb chops

    Variations and Substitutions

    • Use a different cut of lamb. Substitute lamb loin chops for lamb rib chops.
    • Use fresh herbs like fresh thyme and oregano instead of rosemary.
    • Make these chops in a cast iron skillet or grill pan on medium-high heat.
    • Marinate the lamb ahead of time (up to 4 hours ahead).
    lemon garlic lamb chops

    Equipment

    Grill these chops on a preheated grill, such as a propane grill, charcoal grill, or wood grill.

    Storage

    Store leftover lamb chops in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

    What to Serve With Lamb Chops

    Serve lamb chops with a side of potatoes like mashed potatoes, butter-roasted potatoes, or Hasselback potatoes. Another delicious dish to serve alongside lamb chops is a chopped salad like shirazi salad or fatoush. Or serve with sauteed green beans or blanched asparagus.

    FAQs

    How long do lamb chops take to grill?

    Depending on the heat of the cooking surface and the desired meat temperature, the lamb chops take about 3 to 5 minutes on each side.

    Should you fry or grill lamb chops?

    The best way to prepare lamb chops is on the grill or pan-fried in a cast iron skillet. They are tender and cook quickly.

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    📋 Recipe

    Garlic and rosemary lamb chops

    Grilled Lamb Rib Chops

    Author: Lily
    Course: Main Course, Main Dish
    Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
    Prep: 15 minutes mins
    Cook: 10 minutes mins
    Total: 22 minutes mins
    5 from 13 votes
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    Servings 2
    These grilled lamb rib chops are infused with fresh rosemary, crushed garlic, and lemon juice. They are tender, juicy, and grill up in about 8 minutes.

    Ingredients
     
    US Customary - Metric

    • 2 lbs lamb rib chops
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • 2 whole lemons squeezed
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 sprigs rosemary
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    • If you purchased a lamb rack, cut the in between the bones to get individual lamb rib chops.
      cutting off individual lamb lollipops from a lamb rib rack
    • Peel the garlic. Mash the garlic with a pinch of salt using a mortar and pestle. Alternatively, use a garlic press. See note 1.
      mashing the garlic with a mortar and pestle.
    • Remove the sprigs from the fresh rosemary. Chop the rosemary.
      chopping the fresh rosemary.
    • Slice the lemons in half. Squeeze them into a bowl.
      squeezing the lemon.
    • Mix the lemon juice, crushed garlic, olive oil, chopped rosemary, and salt.
      mixing the fresh rosemary, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil together
    • Mix the lamb chops with the rosemary garlic marinade. Let the marinade set for a minimum of 5 minutes while setting up the grill.
      mixing the lemon, garlic, and rosemary marinade with the lamb chops
    • Place the lamb chops on a hot grill. Grill for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove from the grill and allow the chops to sit for a few minutes covered.
      grilling lamb rib chops over charcoal

    Video

    Notes

    1. If using a garlic press, double the amount of garlic. Not all of the garlic gets pressed through, and I estimate that about half of the garlic gets left behind. Poor garlic.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 10ounces | Calories: 644kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 225mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 921mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 6mg

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    About Lily

    Howdy! My name Lilian, but my friends call me Lily. I'm the founder and one of the recipe authors here at The Matbakh. I enjoy sunsets, long walks to the fridge, meaningful relationships, and anything related to food. I'm so happy you are here!

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    1. Laura

      April 02, 2023 at 8:20 pm

      5 stars
      Made these tonight. Increased servings to 3 and followed recipe exactly except I only had ine lemon on hand. Marinated about 10 minutes. They were DELICIOUS! Extra lemon would have been good but recipe was great with just the one. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Lily

        April 02, 2023 at 8:44 pm

        Hi Laura, thanks so much for the review- I'm SO HAPPY to hear these turned out delicious! Lamb chops are one of my favorite cuts of meat to grill.

        Reply
    2. Kushigalu

      February 16, 2023 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      simple yet so delicious combination of flavors here. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    3. Sandra

      February 16, 2023 at 10:58 am

      5 stars
      The flavours really are devine! Such an easy terrific lamb chop recipe!! Thanks!

      Reply
    4. Dana

      February 16, 2023 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Love your "helper" recipe suggestion. Haha. My husband has gotten WAY too comfortable with just watching me take the reigns in the kitchen. This recipe is delicious and so so flavorful. Used the stovetop grill since it's winter here but can't wait to bring this out to the grill in the summer!

      Reply
    5. Stephanie

      February 16, 2023 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      Lemon, garlic, and rosemary pair so well together. I bet it's perfect with lamb chops!

      Reply
    6. Michelle

      February 16, 2023 at 9:37 am

      5 stars
      These are so easy and make me look forward to grilling season this summer!

      Reply
    7. Maureen T.

      January 02, 2023 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      Great chops recipe. Do you have a sauce you recommend? Also wondering if you have a lamb rack recipe?

      Reply
      • Lily

        January 02, 2023 at 5:21 pm

        Great question Maureen. I have a few recipes in the pipeline for lamb rack and lamb sauce. I'm leaning toward a mint sauce or a red wine sauce.

        Reply

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