Charcoal-Grilled Mediterranean Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary
Juicy lamb chops grilled over charcoal and infused with fresh garlic and rosemary for an aromatic Mediterranean BBQ delight. This Mediterranean-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh rosemary sprigs, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces (about 2 lbs) lamb chops
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper to create a marinade.
- Step 2: Rub the marinade evenly over 8 lamb chops (about 2 lbs), coating all sides. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to develop flavor.
- Step 3: Prepare a charcoal grill and allow coals to reach medium-high heat (about 500°F).
- Step 4: Place lamb chops on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare, and the exterior is nicely charred.
- Step 5: Remove lamb chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.









