Lamb Chops with Rosemary Garlic (Printable)

Tender lamb chops seasoned with rosemary and garlic, cooked quickly in an air fryer for juicy, flavorful results.

# Ingredient List:

→ Lamb

01 - 8 lamb rib chops, 1-inch thick, excess fat trimmed

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - Zest of 1/2 lemon
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
10 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, chopped rosemary, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Pat lamb chops completely dry with paper towels. Place in a shallow dish or large zip-top bag and pour marinade over the meat, ensuring each chop is evenly coated on all sides.
03 - Let lamb chops marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration. Overnight marinating yields the most robust taste.
04 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
05 - Place lamb chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece. Cook in batches if necessary to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
06 - Cook lamb chops for 6 minutes to develop initial sear and begin cooking process.
07 - Turn chops over and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes until medium-rare (internal temperature reaches 135°F). Extend cooking time by 2-3 minutes per side for medium doneness.
08 - Transfer lamb chops to a cutting board or serving platter and let rest for 3 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute throughout the meat for optimal tenderness.
09 - Arrange chops on serving plates, garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs, and accompany with lemon wedges for squeezing over the meat.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The air fryer delivers restaurant quality results in under fifteen minutes with almost zero cleanup
  • The lemon and rosemary combination hits that perfect bright herbal note that cuts through the richness
02 -
  • Dont skip patting the meat dry before marinating, or the seasonings will slide right off instead of sticking
  • Letting the chops rest after cooking is non negotiable—cutting into them immediately lets all those juices escape onto your plate
03 -
  • If your air fryer smokes excessively, try placing a slice of bread under the basket to catch dripping fat
  • Bring lamb to room temperature for twenty minutes before cooking for more even results

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