The best lamb chop marinade recipe that's easy, quick, and comes together in under 5 minutes. This marinade for lamb chops tenderizes and infuses flavor making the marinated lamb juicy, bursting with flavors, and delicious when grilled, baked, or air fried. It can also be used on other parts like the steak, racks, and legs. Let me show you how to make it.
Best Lamb Chop Marinade Recipe
The lamb chops marinade is simple but magical. It is easy and quick to make and you can mix it up in just 5 minutes.
This lamb marinade uses a few ingredients to create a flavor packed, aromatic, marinade for lamb chops that will take your dish from basic to great. If you want that high quality taste, this is the marinade you should be using for your lamb.
I have used dried herbs and spices for this as it's more handy however you can substitute them for fresh ones if you have them.
This lamb chop marinade is versatile and can be used on any lamb cut. From lamb steak to lamb leg, loin, and racks. It can even be used on beef steak, and Goat.
It stores well and can be made ahead although that's not usually necessary as it only takes 5 minutes to put it together.
This is the best lamb marinade that uses clean ingredients that are inexpensive, and easily accessible. You probably have them all in your pantry already. No artificial flavor, color, or preservatives were used in this recipe.
After using this marinade for lamb chop, you can then grill lamb chops, bake, air fry, or pan fry. It is perfect for all cooking methods.
Related: Instant pot lamb chops, steak marinade
Ingredients
For this best marinade for lamb chops, you will need these simple ingredients listed below. The detailed ingredients, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Lemon juice
Olive oil
Rosemary
Parsley
Oregano
Garlic
Onion granules
Worcestershire sauce- This can be substituted for soy sauce.
Cayenne pepper
Salt
How To Make Marinade For Lamb Chops
This is as easy as it gets. Here is how to make lamb chops marinade in easy steps:
Add the lemon juice and olive oil to a bowl.
Add in the garlic, onion granules, rosemary, parsley, oregano, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
Whisk till all is well combined.
It's ready to use.
This will marinade 2lb (1kg) lamb.
How To Marinate Lamb Chops
Add the lamb into a Ziploc or a bowl.
Pat them dry with paper towels.
Add in the marinade and massage so they are all covered in the marinade.
Seal the bowl with clingfilm and put it in the fridge to marinate for 2- 6 hours.
If you will marinate for more than 4 hours, skip the lemon juice and add this like 1 hour or just before cooking.
How Long To Marinate Lamb Chops
How long to marinate lamb depends on the thickness, size, and time you have before cooking it. Leave at least 30 minutes as this is the minimum amount of time for the lamb to get infused with the flavors of the marinade and get tenderized. However, the best time is between 2-4 hours.
Marinate for as little as 30 minutes up to 6 hours if the marinade contains acidic juice like this recipe or up to 24 hours if it does not. I like to marinate it for 2 hours to get all the benefits of the marinade before cooking them.
Marinated Lamb Chops
Marinated lamb chops can be baked, grilled, air-fried, or Pan Fried.
For grilled lamb chops - Arrange the lamb on the grill on medium heat and cook each side for 5-6 minutes or until tender inside and browned outer.
To bake- Preheat the oven to 400F/200C. Arrange the marinated lamb chops in a single layer on a baking tray. Leave spaces in between them.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until they are tender inside and golden brown outer. Turn the lamb halfway through cooking to brown the other side.
To air fry - Follow this air fryer lamb chops recipe which has detailed instructions on cooking it in the air fryer.
It is cooked when the internal temperature reaches at least 145F when checked with an instant meat thermometer. Lamb will have a browned outer, and tender inside.
How To Store
Transfer the marinade to an airtight container. Label and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours or in the freezer for up to 3
When ready to use, bring it out and let it get to room temperature then whisk to combine together.
To store marinated lamb: Put the lamb chops in an airtight container or a Ziploc, label it with name and dates, and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer where it will last for up to 3 months. When ready to cook, bring it out and thaw before cooking or cook it from frozen.
Tips For Making Lamb Marinade
- Marinate lamb for at least 30 minutes.
- Use fresh garlic where possible.
- Adjust pepper according to your taste.
- Cook marinated lamb on the grill, oven, air fryer, or as desired.
FAQS
Should you marinate lamb chops?
Yes, marinating tenderizes the meat and infuses it with flavor making it juicy, and delicious when cooked.
What is a good marinade for lamb chops?
A good marinade for lamb contains, herbs and spices, acidic juice like lemon or vinegar, and oil just like the above recipe which is the best lamb marinade.
What is the best way to tenderize lamb chops?
By marinating it to tenderize the meat so it is juicy when cooked and not dry.
Can you marinate lamb for too long?
Yes. It is important not to marinate for too long. Chops, steak, and small cuts can be marinated for up to 6 hours while larger cuts like rack, leg, and shoulder can be marinated for 12-24 hours.
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Recipe
Best Lamb Chop Marinade Recipe (Lamb Marinade)
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoon Olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Dried Parsley
- ½ teaspoon Dried Rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon Dried Oregano
- ¼ teaspoon Onion granules
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper or black pepper or to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Optional
Instructions
- Add the lemon juice and olive oil to a bowl.
- Add in the garlic, onion granules, rosemary, parsley, thyme, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
- Whisk till all is well combined.
- It's ready to use.
HOW TO MARINATE LAMB
- Add the lamb into a Ziploc or a bowl.
- Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Add in the marinade and massage so they are all covered in the marinade.
- Seal the bowl with clingfilm and put it in the fridge to marinate for 2- 6 hours.
- If you will marinate for more than 4 hours, skip the lemon juice and add this like 1 hour or just before cooking.
Notes
- Marinate lamb for at least 30 minutes.
- Use fresh garlic where possible.
- Adjust pepper according to your taste.
- Cook marinated lamb on the grill, oven, air fryer, or as desired.
Nutrition
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We loved the marinade. My husband smoked the chops, and then I made a blueberry glaze to serve over them. It was delicious!!
I'm glad you loved it! Thanks so much for the feedback 🙂
Amazing
Great option for lamb! I actually have lamb shoulder chops marinating right now. Can’t wait to put them on the grill. Added a bit more red pepper flakes, lemon juice and the zest of the lemon to brighten it up a bit more. Otherwise, this is my go-to for lamb on the grill.
I always have done this and it’s amazing
This is good to know. Thanks so much for the feedback 🙂
I’m going to try this recipe but I’m not seeing salt or seasoning cubes. Would try it without and then share how it went as I’ve never seasoned meat without maggi before 😃
Definitely salt to taste. Seasoning cubes is optional. I get you on Maggi 🙂