Air fryer lamb chops is a fancy easy gourmet meal you can enjoy right from your home. They are so easy to make and every bite is a burst of flavor. You can make them on special occasions as an elegant meal to surprise
It is made with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and any of your favorite ingredients. If you’ve never tried cooking chopped lamb with an air fryer before, here is your chance.
In this article, we will be sharing how to cook air fryer lamb chops and other helpful tips.
What You Need to Make Lamb Chops in Air Fryer
- Lamb chops
- Olive oil
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Garlic
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Lamb Chops in Air Fryer
If you have a rack of lamb, cut between the bones including the grain, into chops. If you don’t have all day, there are lamb chops already cut you can purchase from the grocery shop.
After cutting the chops, leave them to sit and bring them to room temperature before cooking.
Place the rosemary, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary paper, and minced garlic into a medium bowl and mix thoroughly.
Put the chopped lamb into the mixture batch by batch until they are completely submerged in the seasoning. If the mixture seems not to be enough, you can add two or more spoons of olive oil.
Transfer the chopped lamb to the air fryer basket. Arrange them with space in between to give room for even heating transfer.
Ensure not to overlap or stack meat chops together or they may not cook evenly. If the quantity is much, work in batches.
For medium doneness, cook lamb at 380 degrees F for 7 minutes. Remove the basket, flip and cook the other side for another 7 minutes.
When cooked, allow the lamb to sit for 3 to 5 minutes before serving. Note that cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the lamb. Preferably, use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
How Long Can You Marinate the Lamb?
Lambs are pretty tender and there are different marinades you can use to prepare them. If you are using red wine vinegar to marinate, there’s no need to prepare them ahead of time. An hour of marinating will work just fine, but you can leave them to marinate for up to 5 hours.
Anything more than that will cause the acid to break down the fiber so much that the lamb will become tough.
What Do You Serve Chopped Lamb With?
You can serve chopped lamb with all kinds of stuff. They are great with any of the following:
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Sautéed beet greens
- Air fried carrots
Tips For Cooking Chopped Lamb Fast
- For easy prepping, make marinade ahead of time and refrigerate.
- Buy pre-cut chopped or cut them before time.
- When ready to fry, place the lamb chops in the marinade and marinate for a couple of minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to give the chopped lamb a sear.
Wrap Up!
There are various marinade options you can choose for your chopped lamb. Also, ensure to spray chopped after adding the spice. This will keep the chops hydrated and prevent burning.
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