Grilled Greek Lamb Chops are a flavorful option for any weeknight dinner or casual dinner party. While you may think cooking lamb is difficult, this easy to follow recipe takes all the guesswork out of preparing and serving the lamb. We are not big red meat eaters, but we’re Greek, so lamb is a family favorite we serve about once a month. Once you try these lamb chops, you will be hooked and you may even find yourself shouting “Opa!” a few times! 

Marinade Ingredients for the Grilled Greek Lamb Chops

There are only a few ingredients needed to make this delicious Latholemono (lemony olive oil) marinade, and we can almost guarantee you already have them in your pantry or refrigerator.

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Oregano
• Fresh Lemons
• Garlic
• Salt & Pepper

This combination of olive oil, fresh lemon juice and oregano can’t be beaten!  In fact, this simple dressing will enhance the flavor of everything from meat to fish and vegetables, so don’t be afraid to experiment with this marinade.

Add all the ingredients in a bowl or small jar. Whisk or shake (if using the jar method) until combined.  That’s it, you are now ready to add this incredible flavor to the lamb chops.

Let’s Talk Chops! 

We like to use lamb loin chops, but you can also choose a rib chop a well.  The lamb loin chops look like tiny T-bone steaks (so tender) and the rib chops you may have seen called “lollipop” chops.  Also, we like the loin chop as it is a bit leaner than the rib chop. Either chop you choose, you definitely won’t be disappointed. 

Marinating Time!

After you have made the marinade, prepare your chops. Arrange the chops in a baking dish and pour the marinade all over the lamb, rubbing it into the meat. You’ll want to share all that flavorful goodness on each chop! Cover with plastic wrap and allow the meat to marinate overnight in the refrigerator. If you don’t have time to let the meat marinate overnight, marinate for at least a half-hour before grilling.

Grilling the Chops

Remove the chops from the refrigerator 20 minutes before grilling. Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the chops until slightly charred and cooked to your desired doneness, flipping occasionally.  We like our lamb cooked well, and this usually takes about 5-6 minutes of cook time per side.  Remove and allow the chops to rest for 3 minutes. Place your grilled chops on a serving platter and squeeze a little lemon juice and a drizzle of oil on top.  In the summer we like to add some fresh oregano from our garden too.  

Now you know how easy it is to make delicious Grilled Greek Lamb Chops at home!  We hope you enjoy this recipe! Kali Orexi! 

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