Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops

Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops are tender, flavorful, and beautifully charred with a warm blend of garlic, herbs, and aromatic spices. Perfect for weekend BBQs, festive dinners, or premium recipe posts, this method keeps the lamb juicy inside while creating a delicious crust outside.

⏱ Prep Time

Prep: 15 minutes
Marinating: 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor)
Grill time: 8–10 minutes
Total: about 55 minutes

🍴 Equipment

Grill pan or outdoor grill
Mixing bowl
Tongs
Meat thermometer (optional but helpful)
Small brush for oil

🧾 Ingredients

8 lamb chops (loin or rib chops)
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley
Lemon wedges

📝 Ingredient Notes

Rib chops are more tender; loin chops are meatier.
Fresh garlic gives stronger flavor than garlic powder.
Lemon juice helps tenderize and brighten the taste.
For extra richness, add 1 tablespoon yogurt to marinade.

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1 — Make the Marinade

In a bowl mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, and rosemary.

Step 2 — Marinate Lamb

Rub mixture all over lamb chops.
Cover and marinate at least 30 minutes (or overnight in fridge).

Step 3 — Prepare Grill

Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
Lightly oil the grates.

Step 4 — Grill the Chops

Place lamb chops on hot grill.
Cook about 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Cook 5 minutes per side for medium.

(Internal temp guide: 135°F medium-rare, 145°F medium.)

Step 5 — Rest & Serve

Remove from grill and rest 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Approx per 2 chops)

Calories: 320
Protein: 26g
Fat: 23g
Carbs: 2g
Sugar: 0g