Grilled Spanish Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic
Juicy lamb chops marinated in garlic and rosemary then grilled to perfection with a smoky char. This Spanish-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh rosemary, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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 chops, about 1 inch thick lamb chops
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Place 8 lamb chops in a large dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
- Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Remove lamb chops from marinade, shaking off excess.
- Step 4: Grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving for juicy, tender results.









