Description

Savor the flavor of garlic rosemary lamb chops with zesty lemon butter. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers succulent, grilled lamb perfect for any dinner.

Ingredients

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8 lamb chops (rib or loin chops, about 1-inch thick)
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
lemon wedges and flaky sea salt, for serving
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, very soft
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest

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Instructions

In a shallow dish or zip-top bag, combine the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper. Add the lamb chops and toss until evenly coated. Let them marinate at room temperature for 20–30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours, ensuring they come to room temperature before cooking.
In a small bowl, mash the softened butter with the lemon juice and lemon zest until smooth. Set aside.
For an outdoor grill, preheat to medium-high heat (400–450°F) and oil the grates well. For a grill pan, heat over medium-high until very hot, lightly brushing with oil if needed.
Place the lamb chops on the grill or grill pan in a single layer. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, until they are nicely charred and reach your desired doneness (about 130–135°F for medium-rare).
Transfer the lamb chops to a serving platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Top each chop with a pat of lemon butter to melt over the warm meat.
Finish with flaky sea salt and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For maximum flavor, let the lamb marinate for several hours or overnight if possible.
Adjust the cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness for the lamb.
Serve with a fresh garden salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 lamb chop
Calories: 345
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 460mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 100mg