Description
Deliciously seasoned Christmas Garlic Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops featuring a fragrant marinade and perfectly grilled to medium-rare for a tender and flavorful holiday main course.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 rack of lamb (8 lamb chops)
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the lamb chops: Slice the rack of lamb into individual chops ensuring even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, finely chopped rosemary, kosher salt, and ground black pepper, stirring well to blend all flavors.
- Marinate the lamb chops: Arrange the lamb chops in a baking dish and pour the prepared marinade over them, making sure each chop is thoroughly coated on both sides. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Grill the lamb chops: Preheat an outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the marinated lamb chops on the grill and cook for about 3 minutes per side. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare doneness. Remove from heat and let the chops rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- For a more well-done lamb chop, cook longer until desired internal temperature is reached.
- Letting the lamb rest after grilling helps retain juiciness.
- Fresh rosemary can be substituted with dried rosemary if needed, but use less as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Use a thermometer for best accuracy in doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
