How to Grill Lamb Chops

What You'll Need

Before starting, make sure you have everything on this list. We recommend Kingsford™ Original Charcoal Briquets. And don’t skip the digital meat thermometer — it’s the best way to get your lamb chops done right.

FUELS AND TOOLS

Kingsford™ Original Charcoal Briquets
Digital Meat Thermometer
Large, Resealable Glad® Plastic Bag (Optional)
Long-Handled Tongs or Long-Handled Metal Spatula
Knife (For Trimming Fat)
Paper Towels

INGREDIENTS

Lamb Loin Chops
Spices (Salt, Pepper and Herbs, Like Mint, to Taste)
Marinade (Optional)
Olive Oil
Cooking Oil

How to Prep

Lamb loin chops may come with a thick layer of fat around the outside. Trim the fat to ⅛” to ¼”. The meat will remain tender even after trimming.
Simply drizzle the chops with olive oil, then sprinkle them with your choice of spices. Or, using a large, resealable plastic bag and your favorite homemade or store-bought marinade, marinate the chops for at least an hour, or even overnight. Subtle flavors work best with delicately flavored meat like lamb.

How to Build Your Fire

Give your top grill grate a good brushing and set it aside. Pour Kingsford™ Original Charcoal Briquets into a chimney — or pour them in a mound and light. Wait for coals to light fully.
Once the charcoal turns gray with ash, arrange coals in a Two-Zone Method: coals on one side of the grill and a void on the other.
Add the grate and let it heat up.
Coals should be at Medium Heat — around 350°F to 400°F. How to control the heat when grilling with charcoal.
When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with the tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.

Grilling Time & Temp

Place the lamb chops directly above the coals and sear on each side, until brown, flipping only once.
Flare-ups will happen. Don’t worry!
Once seared, move the lamb chops to the cooler side of the grate and close the lid.
While your lamb chops are still on the grill, insert the digital meat thermometer into the thickest part to check the internal temperature.
When they reach an internal temperature of 145°F, your lamb chops are done. Most lamb chops will reach doneness in 7 minutes total.

The Finish

Place lamb chops on a platter, loosely cover with aluminum foil and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving. Don’t skip this step! It makes a world of difference in tenderness and tasty juices.
Now it’s time to plate your lamb chops. Serve and enjoy!