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Teriyaki marinated lamb chops grilled over a searing hot flame and served tender and juicy - these Grilled Lamb Chops are super easy to make and are good enough to impress everyone at your BBQ!
Lamb is awesome. Period. End of sentence. It has such a wonderful flavor and can be so tender and juicy.
Grilling these lamb chops over high heat gives them a beautiful crust on the outside, and allows the fat to get nice and crispy, while the inside stays juicy and tender.
You could even cook this sous vide first in the marinade and then grill them (check out these sous vide lamb chops or this sous vide rack of lamb).
They are perfection. I've been making these lamb chops for years, and they are always a hit. The teriyaki marinade has an incredible flavor, and takes less than 5 minutes to throw together.
The lamb chops themselves take less than 10 minutes to cook. It's easy guys. There is no reason you shouldn't be making these.
Most grocery stores carry lamb of pretty good quality. I'm sure you can also get it at your local butcher.
You might also love to try these ground lamb tacos, Instant Pot lamb chops or Instant Pot lamb shanks if you're a fan of lamb!
Why This Recipe Works
- The lamb chops are marinated overnight to adequately absorb the teriyaki marinade.
- A touch of baking soda is added for the last 15-20 minutes of marinating to tenderize the lamb chops.
- The lamb chops are grilled over high heat for a nice outside crust and tender juicy center.
- Lamb chops are cooked to medium rare for the best flavor.
Step By Step Instructions
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl.
Add the lamb chops and stir until well coated with the marinade. Refrigerate overnight.
Remove the lamb chops from the fridge about an hour before you grill to let them come to room temperature. They sear easier when they are closer to the temp of the grill. I remove them about an hour before grilling time.
About 15-20 minutes before grilling, add the baking soda to the marinade and mix well to combine. The baking soda helps to tenderize the meat.
Learn more about using baking soda to tenderize meat in this article from Tasting Table.
Heat your grill to about 500 degrees. Place lamb chops on the grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side for medium rare. The internal temperature should be about 125 degrees for medium rare.
Expert Tips
- Adding the baking soda at the end of the marinade helps to tenderize the lamb chops.
- If you prefer not to use beer, you can substitute beef broth, chicken broth or ginger ale.
- Let the lamb come to room temperature before grilling. It is easier to get a good sear if it is warmer.
- The internal temperature of the lamb should be 125 to 130 degrees for medium rare.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can you eat lamb rare? Much like beef, lamb can be eaten rare. Rare lamb is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 120 degrees. I recommend cooking lamb to a medium rare for the best flavor, which is 125-130 degrees.
- What to serve with lamb chops? Check out these 10 Side Dishes Perfect with Lamb from the Kitchn. These super Crispy Roasted Potatoes, Parmesan Asparagus, Instant Pot couscous, and Oven Fried Summer Squash are also incredible with these lamb chops.
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Did you make these grilled lamb chops? Leave me a comment below and let me know how they turned out!
Lamb Chops
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Marinade:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
- ½ cup beer (any kind)
Instructions
- Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix together.
- Add the lamb chops and stir until well coated with the marinade. Refrigerate overnight.
- Remove the lamb chops from the fridge about an hour before you grill to let them come to room temperature.
- About 15-20 minutes before grilling, add the baking soda to the marinade and mix well to combine.
- Heat your grill to about 500+ degrees. Place lamb chops and the grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side for medium rare. The internal temperature should be 125 degrees.
Expert Tips:
Expert Tips:
- Adding the baking soda at the end of the marinade helps to tenderize the lamb chops.
- If you prefer not to use beer, you can substitute beef broth, chicken broth or ginger ale.Â
- Let the lamb come to room temperature before grilling. It is easier to get a good sear of ti is warmer.Â
- The internal temperature of the lamb should be 125 to 130 degrees for medium rare.Â
Nutrition
Kaitlin
Hello, thanks for the recipe.
In the notes it says if you don’t want to use beer you can substitute it. I can’t seem to see where the beer is used, can you please clarify? Thank you!
Danielle
The beer is one of the ingredients in the marinade. The recipe calls for 1/2 cup.
April
It's time for some lamb chops! Finally I've stumbled upon an incredibly delicious recipe that I am really keen to prepare. Love everything about the way you made these chops!
Danielle
That's great to hear! Thanks April!
Paradigm
I like grilling lamb because lamb is the wonderful medium for the grill. In fact lamb is one of the preferred meats for grilling across the globe.
Danielle
It is awesome for the grill!
Michelle
Oh wow, I've never heard of using baking soda in a marinade to tenderize meat. I'll have to try it in my next one!
Danielle
It really helps quickly tenderize meat, especially for those cuts that tend to be little tougher!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I love the teriyaki marinade for these lamb chops! I am really loving the fact that it uses beer. Thanks for the tips on baking soda as well to make the meat tender!
Danielle
The baking soda is such a great trick I learned from Omnivores Cookbook.
Debbie
These lamb chops sound so easy and delicious. This is something I need to try very soon now that grilling season is here.
Danielle
Thanks Debbie!
estelle
WOW these look great! My husband and I are drooling over the photos! I've never tried lamp chops at home before but I think I just might have to 😉
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Danielle
It's so easy and they are so delicious! I hope you get a chance to try it!
Ashley
I love the teriyaki flavors on these lamb chops!
Danielle
Thanks Ashley!
Anita @ Daily Cooking Quest
Thanks for the baking soda tip! I never knew such a simple trick can make for tenderer lamb. This will be so perfect for some outdoor grilling.
Danielle
I learned it a while back and it has been a game changer for me!
Adrianne
I love a recipe that has beer in it, haha! That touch in the marinade is really nice, giving that extra flavour. These look great, perfect for a weekend dish. I can't wait to give them a go!
Danielle
LOL thanks Adrianne!
Kelly Anthony
Lamb is a favorite at our house and I'm sure this recipe will be a summer hit. I can't wait to make this for my family. Thanks for sharing!
Danielle
You're welcome Kelly!
maahy
Lamb is key to my heart!! I've never thought of a Teriyaki sauce on it--that's brilliant!! I can just imagine how YUMMY this recipe is!
Danielle
Thanks so much Mahy!!
danielle
Great flavors for lamb chops!