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Flavorful Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe with Easy Mint Chimichurri and Feta

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Juicy, tender grilled lamb chops topped with a fresh mint chimichurri and creamy feta cheese, perfect for quick and impressive meals.

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in lamb rib chops (about 1 inch thick, 1.52 lbs / 700–900g)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup fresh mint, chopped (about 15g)
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped (about 15g)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75g)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, about 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Add the lamb chops and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. While the lamb marinates, combine chopped fresh mint, parsley, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl.
  4. Stir well and season with salt to taste. Let it sit at room temperature to meld flavors.
  5. Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (around 400°F / 200°C).
  6. Place the marinated lamb chops on the grill. Cook for about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130°F / 54°C). Adjust timing slightly for thicker or thinner chops.
  7. Avoid flipping more than once to develop a good crust.
  8. Transfer chops to a plate and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 5 minutes to let juices redistribute.
  9. Spoon generous amounts of mint chimichurri over the lamb chops and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

[‘If you don’t have a grill thermometer, use the finger test to gauge doneness—medium-rare feels like the fleshy part of your hand below the thumb when relaxed.’, ‘Be patient while resting the meat; cutting too soon can cause juices to run out.’, ‘Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes if short on time.’, ‘Avoid flipping chops more than once to maintain a good crust and juiciness.’, ‘Chop herbs finely for the chimichurri to maximize flavor release.’, ‘Taste chimichurri before serving and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.’, ‘For dairy-free, substitute feta with crumbled firm tofu or omit.’, ‘Frozen mint can be used if fresh is unavailable, but use slightly less.’, ‘Broil lamb chops in the oven as an alternative cooking method.’]

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