Air Fryer Lamb Chops Garlic (Printable version)
Tender lamb chops infused with herbs and garlic butter for a quick, flavorful finish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Lamb
01 - 8 lamb rib chops, 1 inch thick
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garlic Butter
07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
10 - ½ teaspoon lemon zest
→ Garnish
11 - Lemon wedges
12 - Extra chopped parsley
# How to Make It:
01 - Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for better searing.
02 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each lamb chop, pressing gently to adhere.
03 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
04 - Arrange the lamb chops in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 6 minutes, then flip and cook for another 4–6 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust time to reach desired doneness.
05 - While the lamb cooks, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
06 - Remove the lamb chops from the air fryer and immediately top each with a spoonful of garlic butter, allowing it to melt. Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving to redistribute juices.
07 - Plate the lamb chops and garnish with fresh lemon wedges and additional chopped parsley if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The air fryer creates restaurant quality sear marks while keeping the inside incredibly juicy
- That garlic butter melting over hot lamb is the kind of simple luxury that makes regular Tuesdays feel special
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- Letting the lamb rest after cooking is non negotiable, or all those delicious juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in your mouth
- Room temperature lamb cooks more evenly, so try to take the chops out of the fridge about 20 minutes before cooking
03 -
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket, or the chops will steam instead of sear
- Mix the garlic butter ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to a week