These air fryer rosemary and garlic lamb chops are fragrant, lightly browned and quick to prepare. A short marinade of fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil brings out the flavour of the lamb without overpowering it.
At a Glance
Serves 3–4 | Prep 10 minutes, plus 20 minutes marinating | Cook approximately 8–14 minutes | 190°C.
Ingredients
- 8 individual lamb cutlets or chops, approximately 600–700g total
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest, optional
- Lemon wedges, to serve
Method
- Pat the lamb dry. Mix the oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper and optional lemon zest. Coat the chops and refrigerate for 20 minutes. If marinating longer, keep covered in the fridge.
- Preheat the air fryer to 190°C if recommended. Arrange the chops in a single layer without stacking, working in batches as needed.
- Air fry for approximately 8–14 minutes, turning halfway. Thin cutlets will finish sooner than thick loin chops. Use a meat thermometer to check the thickest part and follow appropriate safe-temperature guidance for the cut and diners; cook thoroughly for anyone who needs to avoid undercooked meat.
- Rest the lamb for 3–5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges.
Helpful Cooking Tips
Use similarly sized chops in each batch and leave room for circulating air. Fresh garlic can brown quickly, so scrape off any thick clumps before cooking. For more browning, give the chops a brief extra minute rather than starting at an excessively high temperature.
What to Serve with Lamb Chops
Try steamed green beans, a tomato salad or air fryer sweet potato fries. For more family meal ideas, browse our air fryer collection.
Fit Lamb Chops into a Weekly Plan
Lamb can cost more than some everyday proteins, so use this recipe when your actual basket leaves room in the £50 family meal plan. For lower-cost alternatives and planning ideas, visit the Budget Family Meals UK hub.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers promptly for up to two days and reheat until piping hot throughout. Store the cooked lamb separately from fresh salad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use dried rosemary?
Yes. Use about 1 tsp dried rosemary in place of the fresh herb.
Can I use a whole rack?
This recipe is designed for individual chops. A whole rack needs a different timing and sufficient basket space.