Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Air fryer lamb chops are perfectly cooked in 10 minutes! In this simple lamb chops recipe juicy lamb chops are rubbed with olive oil, dried rosemary and thyme then cooked in the air fryer for a couple of minutes until crispy and delicious. They are perfect for a holiday dinner or special weeknight meal! Pair with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted broccoli for dinner!
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Lamb is such a delicious meat with an incredible and unique taste. Because of its natural gamey flavor, this meat can be a little tricky to cook in a way that everyone will love. The air fryer is the perfect way to cook lamb chops because it cooks them so quick and evenly. As long as you don’t overcook them, these air fryer lamb chops will always turn out tender and juicy with only a hint of gaminess.
Because lamb is naturally very flavorful, I like to season them simply with just dried herbs, salt and black pepper. Feel free to use a homemade lamb seasoning blend or a mix of your favorite herbs and spices to really dress these lamb chops up!
If you need some meal ideas, pair these air fryer lamb chops with air fryer bacon wrapped asparagus, red mashed potatoes, or fingerling potatoes.
Ingredients For Air Fryer Lamb Chops
- Lamb chops – I used a frenched rack of lamb then cut them into individual lamb chops. If you are using lamb loin chops make sure to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time because they are bigger and thicker than these lamb rib chops.
- Olive oil – Lamb is pretty fatty but I like to rub the lamb chops with a bit of oil so that the seasonings stick to the meat better.
- Seasonings – dried rosemary, thyme, salt and black pepper! I like to use simple seasonings so that the flavor of the lamb can truly shine.
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure to thaw the lamb chops completely, they will be easier to air fry and give a better texture and flavor.
- If using a frenched rack of lamb use a sharp knife to cut in between each bone to achieve individual lamb rib chops. They will be a little smaller than a lamb loin but they are very tasty and tender.
Frequently Asked Questions —
This can happen if you overcook your lamb chops. They only take about 5 minutes to cook per side in the air fryer, so any longer than that can leave the chops dry with a chewy texture.
This will depend on the size and thickness of your lamb chops, but usually 8-12 minutes is all you need. If you have a meat thermometer you are looking for a temperature based on your desired level of doneness. 145F degrees for medium rare and if you prefer well done/ no pink lamb chops cook to 150 – 160F degrees. (According to American Lamb)
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Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 lamb rib chops or 1 frenched rack of lamb
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional
- Minced garlic
- Dried mint
- Dried oregano
- Ground paprika
- Fresh herbs for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 385 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 – 7 minutes beforehand.
- If you are using a frenched rack of lamb use a sharp knife to cut in between the bones to create your lamb chops. 4 lamb rib chops or 1 frenched rack of lamb
- Rise and pat the lamb chops dry then drizzle with olive oil. Rub the seasonings all over the lamb chops until they are well coated. 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon dried thyme ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Place lamb chops in the preheated air fryer basket leaving a little space in between each one. Set a timer to cook for 5 – 6 minutes per side for a total of 10 – 12 minutes. If you using lamb loin or large lamb chops you might need to add an extra 2 – 3 minutes to the cooking time. If you want your lamb chops a little pink on the inside, cook for 4 – 5 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness – 145F for medium rare and 150 – 160F for well done.
- Once finished cooking, transfer lamb chops to a serving platter then allow them to cool for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
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