Greek Lamb Chops are a flavorful meal, and they're so easy to make at home! The marinade calls for simple ingredients you probably already have on hand in your house. Perfect summertime grilling recipe.
If you follow our family's cooking adventures on Instagram, you may know that we love to make an Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb for special occasions like Christmas and Easter.
When the weather heats up, however, we love to throw some lamb on the grill for quick and easy meals.
This Greek Lamb Chops recipe is so simple yet mouthwateringly delicious. I've been so excited to share this recipe with you all and can't believe it's taken me this long!
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🌟 Why you'll love this recipe
If you enjoy rich, hearty lamb dishes, then you're sure to love this lamb recipe too.
- Simple ingredients - you probably have all of the marinade ingredients already in your pantry!
- Easy to make - simply marinate, chill, then grill!
- Great all year round - These smell amazing when fired up during warmer weather on your outdoor grill. But it's also so delicious when cooked on an indoor grill pan or even a cast iron skillet.
- BBQ but elevated - when you're bored with burgers and hot dogs, Greek lamb chops take your dinner or BBQ up a notch - without the fuss.
🛒 Ingredient notes
You'll find the full list of ingredients with measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here are some quick notes about the ingredients you'll need to make this delectable dish.
- Lamb - If you can't find separated lamb chops, you can buy a rack of lamb and use a sharp knife to cut out lamb chops by slicing between the bones.
- Herbs and spices - This marinade has a combination of truly simple ingredients that are easy to find in any grocery store: fresh garlic, dried oregano, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.
✅ Step-by-step instructions
More detailed instructions are in the bottom of this post. But here are a few step-by-step photos and an overview to show you how easy it is to make these Greek lamb chops!
- In a large bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.
- Coat the lamb chops in the marinade sauce, then place in an airtight container, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
- Remove the lamb from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before you start grilling.
- Over a medium-high heat, lightly brush the grill or grill pan with some olive oil, then grill the chops for a total of 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the lamb reaches your preferred level of doneness (see below)
How you know lamb is done cooking: lamb is done when a meat thermometer shows an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare or 160‚F for medium.
👩🏻🍳 Recipe FAQs
You can use mint, thyme, or dill, or a combination of these herbs along with the oregano and parsley.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
🍽 Serving ideas
These Greek lamb chops are perfect for summer grilling!
Serve them with Marinated Feta to start. For sides, pair this dish with our Grilled Asparagus in Foil and Dill Pickle Potato Salad .Our dairy-free, vegan Tzatziki sauce is a delicious dip for these hearty lamb chops!
We also love making these Greek lamb chops on an indoor grill during colder months. Then we serve them with Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Air Fryer Broccoli.
🍷 🥂 Wine pairings
When it comes to wine pairings, often the phrase "what grows together goes together" is a good safe bet. In this case, a Greek red wine such as Xinomavro would pair deliciously with the Mediterranean flavors of these Greek lamb chops.
If you can't find a bottle of Xinomavro nearby, a Syrah would both a food-friendly pairings for this dish.
In the mood for a cocktail? Try our Bourbon Lemonade. The lemon flavors in the cocktail bring out the lemon flavors in the lamb. And the richness of the bourbon complements the smoky flavors of the grill.
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Greek Lamb Chops
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet or Grill Pan
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops
Marinade
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 1 Tablespoon for cooking
- 1 freshly squeezed lemom
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- optional: chopped parsley or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Using a paper towel, dry the lamb chops.
- In a large bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the lamb and cover, placing in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes up to overnight.
- 30 minutes before cooking, take the marinated lamb chops out of the refrigerator and rest on the kitchen counter.
- Heat your cast iron skillet or grill pan to medium-high.
- Add olive oil. Once oil is hot, add 4 lamb chops to the skillet or grill pan, and cook for 3-4 minutes each side. Transfer to a plate, then repeat with the remaining lab chops.
- Allow the meat to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and/or rosemary if you wish.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.
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