This Air Fryer Lamb Chops recipe is perfect for busy chefs. No more worrying about spending hours at the stove over a hot oven. Make delicious lamb chops in an air fryer instead! They are made in less than 15 minutes and taste amazing. Plus, you’ll only need a handful of ingredients for this easy lamb chop recipe!
Air Fryer Lamb Chops
If you’ve been looking for the perfect way to cook lamb chops, you’ve found it! My air fryer lamb chops are easy to make, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. I use a traditional herb and lemon marinade and the results were better than I could have ever imagined.
There is nothing better than a lamb chop with a crispy exterior and a soft and tender interior. And that’s exactly what you’ll get when you make lamb chops in the air fryer!
This easy lamb chop recipe is one of my go-to’s. I’ve made them several times over the years and they always come out perfectly. And who doesn’t love dinner that comes together in minutes? You can even marinate the meat ahead of time, so it’s waiting for you when you come home from work!
If you’re looking for other easy Air Fryer Dinner Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER HONEY BALSAMIC CHICKEN, AIR FRYER BBQ CHICKEN WRAPPED IN BACON, and AIR FRYER BBQ CHICKEN SANDWICH.
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Why You’ll Love Cooking Lamb Chops in Air Fryer
- Easy to make
- Cleanup is a breeze
- It’s tender, juicy, and flavorful
- Comes together in under 15 minutes
- Perfect for weeknight dinner
What Are Lamb Chops?
Lamb Chops are either bone-in or boneless meat chops traditionally cut from the lamb’s shoulder, loin, sirloin, or rib. Lamb is a naturally very tender meat, and it’s easy to cook. It pairs well with a variety of spices, herbs, and rubs.
Cooking lamb chops isn’t complicated, and it’s a very budget-friendly meal. You can air fry, bake, broil, grill, or pan-fry lamb chops. Today’s recipe is all about Air Frying Lamb Chops!
What is the Difference Between Lamb Chops and Lamb Loin Chops?
Loin chops are cut from the rib section of a sheep, while lamb chops are cut from the shoulder. The taste is similar, but loin chops are more tender because they come from an area closer to the animal’s back.
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Lamb Chops
- Lamb Chops
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Oregano
- Salt
- Coriander
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Juice
How To Cook Lamb Chops in Air Fryer
In this recipe, you’ll find a simple method for cooking lamb chops in your air fryer. The key is to be sure the chops are at room temperature before cooking, so they can sear quickly and seal in their juices.
If you don’t have an air fryer, you could try broiling them instead — make sure they get nice and brown on both sides! Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete meal!
You’re going to love these Air Fryer Lamb Chops! They’re quick and easy enough to make any day of the week, yet still super impressive when guests come over for dinner! Keep reading to learn how to cook lamb chops in an air fryer.
Step 1: Marinate the lamb chops
Mix all of the ingredients (except for the lamb chops) in a Ziploc bag and shake to combine.
Then, place the lamb chops into the bag, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. The marinade will sink into the meat and give it a nice flavor.
Step 2: Place lamb chops in air fryer to cook
Place the lamb chops into the air fryer and set the temperature to 200 degrees C, or 390 degrees F. Set the time for 3 minutes, then flip them and air fry for another 4 minutes.
I like to eat my lamb on a medium-rare. If you would like them cooked more thoroughly, increase the time.
What Does Lamb Taste Like?
Lamb has a somewhat gamey taste, but it also boasts a very meaty flavor. Depending on what you marinate your lamb with, it will usually take on the spices, herbs, or marinade that you use.
When shopping for lamb, try to choose the best package of lamb that you can find. You can also ask your butcher for a package with the marbling distributed throughout the meat, which will give it a robust flavor.
Why Should I Marinate Lamb?
Marinating does a few things to your lamb chops. It not only adds flavor to the dish, but it can also help to tenderize the meat and give it a softer texture.
Today, I used a simple marinade that included lemon juice. It’s acidic and helps to tenderize the meat. The lemon juice will break down the fibers in the lamb chops and tenderizes them. The result is a tender, air fried lamb chop.
How Long Should I Marinate the Lamb?
As lamb chops are naturally tender, you don’t have to worry about marinating them as long as, say, beef. You do want to make sure to let it marinate for at least 1 hour (to soak up all of that flavor!) but you can let it sit for up to 5 hours if desired.
What Herbs And Spices Go Well With Lamb?
My absolute go-to spices and herbs for lamb are rosemary and lemon. It’s a traditional flavor blend that works very well.
The other spices that I would recommend are oregano, basil, sage, and mint. If you are looking for some earthy spices, I recommend ground cumin, cardamom, allspice, and cloves. They all bring out the flavors of the lamb and create a great flavor profile.
Best Temperature For Cooking Lamb Chops
Lamb chops will cook at different temperatures and times, depending on what air fryer you are using and the thickness of the meat.
For best results, use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of the thickest part of the lamb chop. It should read 125 degrees F for medium-rare and 135 degrees F for medium.
The key is to let the lamb chops rest for about 5 minutes before cutting into the meat. Letting the meat rest is key to allowing it to absorb all of its juices and come out really tender and juicy.
Serving Suggestions For This Easy Lamb Chop Recipe
Serve your lamb chops with a vegetable and a carb to make a meal out of this easy lamb chop recipe. I usually pair mine with INSTANT POT MASHED POTATOES or INSTANT POT GARLIC BROWN RICE and AIR FRYER FROZEN GREEN BEANS or AIR FRYER ROASTED CARROTS. They’re all very classic pairings, but don’t be afraid to get creative with your sides!
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- BREAKFAST POTATOES IN THE AIR FRYER
- AIR FRYER BAKED SWEET POTATOES
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Air Fryer Lamb Chops are not only quick and easy to make, but they also taste amazing! These chops can be cooked in less than 15 minutes. They're perfect for busy days when you don't want take up too much space on your stovetop! This makes for a great weeknight dinner!
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon corinader
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 pound lamb chops
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Mix all of the ingredients, except for the lamb chops, in a Ziploc bag. And shake to combine.
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Then place the lamb chops into the bag, and refrigerate for at least one hour. You will get a really nice flavor.
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Then place the lamb chops into the air fryer and set the temperature to 200 degrees C, or 390 degrees F., and set the time for 3 minutes, then flip them, and do for another 4 minutes.
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I like to eat my lamb on a medium-rare. If you would like them done, more increase the time.
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Plate, serve, and enjoy!
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Made these without coriander, because I was out, and without salt because I totally forgot to add it. They were incredible! The lemon gives it a lovely taste even without salt. I will definitely make this again.
I made these well done in my air fryer after marinating for 4 hours and the were delicious!! I was so happy and my nephew loved them. This is a great recipe.
This recipe is amazing!! Made this the other night, and flavor was to die for! Definitely saving for future use and will have to check out your other recipes as well!
I used the big bad Costco package of super thick ones. If using those beasts, 6 minutes per side will get it to medium-rare
Sooooooooo good!
I just made this today. It’s sooo yummy! I’m obsessed with the flavors and the texture. Such an easy meal to put together. Definitely doing this again!
First time making meat other than chicken, these were amazing, will do a quick post sear in a super hot cast iron to get a nice crust next time.
May I ask if you use fresh herbs or dried? Many thanks
I used dried, but you can substitute them out for fresh.
This is a wonderful recipe. I didn’t have coriander. I used a little garlic salt for some of my salt. These were delicious and so tender.
Thank you. It’s actually one of my favorites, I love lamb. I am thankful that you read my website, thank you, Laurie
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This was excellent thanks for the recipe was a instant success and one of the favs in the dinner rotation
Just made them…too hungry to marinate…seasoned as directed minus the oregano..I was out. ..but all else was added and they came out delicious ?. I will sure make this again!
Where is the garlic? I marinate overnight for the best flavor. I add a little olive oil and garlic to the marinade. I’m thinking I might sear in my cast iron first then out in AF.
I just made these. They came out perfect. I willmake it again. And, so easy and quick. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Being Irish, I love lamb. But living in a small apartment, I hate the heavy oily smell you get broiling or frying lamb chops. I have the smallest air fryer I could find ( cooks for 1 or 2 people). I used this recipe tonight and did not get that smell permeating the whole apartment.. and they were delicious ?
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I assume I can follow this recipe and cook them in a cast iron skillet? Don’t have an air fryer. How long would I cook them in the frying pan for medium rare?
I would just use about 3 to 5 minutes per side.
Absolutely delicious all the family loved them will definitely be making again. Had no coriander it did not make any difference still a great recipe
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Newbie question but do you have to pre-heat the air fryer first (most other recipes I’ve seen require it)?
Most air fryers require pre-heating. But only takes a few minutes, making them much more economical than an oven.