Grilled Citrus-Marinated Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary

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Juicy lamb chops marinated in a bright citrus and rosemary marinade, grilled to perfection, and finished with a garlic-infused olive oil drizzle. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb loin chops, orange juice, lemon juice 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp honey until combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 8 lamb loin chops (about 1 inch thick) in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove lamb from marinade and discard marinade. Brush grill grates lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Grill the lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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