These grilled lamb loin chops are coated in plenty of seasonings, garlic, and fresh rosemary then popped on the grill until the tender interior is enveloped in a gorgeous crust.
Why this recipe works
Lamb doesn’t have to be tricky or intimidating to make, these juicy grilled lamb loin chops can be on the table in under 30 minutes with a simple yet flavorful rub that’ll transform them into something drool-worthy every time. Don’t have a grill? Hop over to our lamb loin chops recipe to make them in a skillet.Â
Ingredients you will need
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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions
LAMB – Choose lamb loin chops that have thick ribbons of fat for the most flavor. Optionally remove your lamb from the refrigerator and allow to rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before cooking. Letting your lamb reach room temperature allows the meat to relax, compared to when it’s cold, it tenses up. Lamb is a meat that cooks quickly and can dry out easily, therefore it’s best to have it at room temperature so that it evenly cooks.
How to Make Grilled Lamb Loin Chops
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- Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Stir well.
- Using gloved hands, rub the seasoning mixture all over both sides of the lamb chops.
- Preheat your grill to 375 F.
- Place seasoned lamb chops on hot grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove from grill and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips
Yes, enjoying lamb with some pink is perfectly fine as long as the outside is cooked – just like you can eat a rare steak.
Lamb loin chops are considered safe to eat at 145F. I recommend cooking the loin chops to an internal temperature of 135F and allowing them to rest for 3-5 minutes. The temperature should rise around 10 degrees as it sits. An internal temperature of 145F will yield a medium-rare chop and 150F will yield medium. Guage the temperature with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of the meat.
Store the grilled lamb loin chops in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Serving Suggestions
Serve grilled lamb loin chops with assorted grilled vegetables, mashed potatoes, rice, or a side salad. Enjoy warm, after being rested for 5 minutes in aluminum foil.
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Grilled Lamb Loin Chops
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Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 2 pounds lamb loin chops about 6 chops
Seasoning Rub
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ Tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 ½ Tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
Things You’ll Need
Before You Begin
- Lamb is best enjoyed at medium or medium-rare. This recipe will produce a medium chop.
- Choose lamb loin chops that have thick ribbons of fat for the most flavor. Optionally remove your lamb from the refrigerator and allow to rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before cooking. Letting your lamb reach room temperature allows the meat to relax, compared to when it’s cold, it tenses up. Lamb is a meat that cooks quickly and can dry out easily, therefore it’s best to have it at room temperature so that it evenly cooks.
- Lamb loin chops are considered safe to eat at 145F. I recommend cooking the loin chops to an internal temperature of 135F and allowing them to rest for 3-5 minutes. The temperature should rise around 10 degrees as it sits. An internal temperature of 145F will yield a medium-rare chop and 150F will yield medium.
- Store cooled leftovers in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Instructions
- Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Stir well.
- Using gloved hands, rub the seasoning mixture all over both sides of the lamb chops.
- Preheat your grill to 375 F.
- Place seasoned lamb chops on hot grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove from grill and cover with foil. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
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