Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary
Succulent lamb chops grilled to perfection and seasoned with a classic regional combination of garlic and rosemary for a fragrant, savory bite. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 1 inch thick) lamb rib chops
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to create a marinade.
- Step 2: Season 8 lamb rib chops evenly with 1.5 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper on both sides.
- Step 3: Coat the lamb chops thoroughly with the marinade and let them rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Step 5: Grill the lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach desired doneness (145°F for medium-rare).
- Step 6: Remove chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.









