Air Fryer Lamb Chops (Printable)

Juicy lamb chops with rosemary and garlic, cooked quickly in an air fryer for a flavorful meal.

# What You Need:

→ Lamb

01 - 8 lamb loin chops, about 1 inch thick (approximately 1.75 pounds)

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

→ To Serve

08 - Lemon wedges, for garnish
09 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing.
02 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform paste.
03 - Rub the marinade mixture evenly over both sides of the lamb chops. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour for deeper flavor penetration.
04 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure optimal cooking conditions.
05 - Arrange the lamb chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary to maintain proper air circulation.
06 - Air fry for 6 minutes to develop initial sear and color.
07 - Flip the lamb chops and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached. Internal temperature should reach 135°F for medium-rare.
08 - Transfer the lamb chops to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
09 - Serve garnished with lemon wedges and fresh rosemary sprigs, if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The air fryer creates this gorgeous crust on the outside while keeping the inside ridiculously tender
  • Ten minutes of prep and youre eating something that tastes like a restaurant treat
02 -
  • Dont skip the drying step, wet meat steams instead of sears in the air fryer
  • Use a meat thermometer your first time, 135°F is medium rare and the chops will continue cooking while resting
03 -
  • Marinate overnight for deeper flavor if you have time, just wrap tightly and refrigerate
  • Let the meat come to room temperature before cooking, it ensures even cooking throughout

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