Spice-Rubbed Grilled Lamb Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Juicy lamb chops coated in a fragrant tertiary spice blend, grilled to perfection with a rich crust. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs lamb chops, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 1.5 lbs) lamb chops
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to make the tertiary spice rub.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 8 lamb chops (about 1.5 lbs), then brush both sides with 3 tbsp olive oil and rub evenly with the spice mix, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place lamb chops on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until a rich crust forms and internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare.
4. Step 4: Remove chops from grill, drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.