Traeger Lamb Chops - Pellet grill lamb chop recipe (2024)

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Easy Traeger Grilled Lamb Chops cook quickly, are easy to prepare and are the perfect bite served with some easy sides for a quick weeknight meal.

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Traeger Lamb Chops

Traeger Grilled lamb chops seasoned with Spiceology’s Greek Freak seasoning cooks quickly on your Traeger pellet grill, and the flavors are timeless. A simple blend of seasonings, tender lamb chops, and some fire and smoke are all you need for one of the best meals you’ll have this week.

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Traeger Lamb Chop shopping list

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

  • lamb chops
  • avocado oil
  • Greek Freak seasoning
  • olive oil
  • garlic
  • salt & pepper
  • oregano
  • lemon juice
  • mint
  • parsley

Try our Grilled Lamb Gyros too!

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How to make Traeger Grilled Lamb Chops

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1

Make the mint sauce

Combine all of the mint sauce ingredients together and whisk until combined.

2

Marinate the lamb

Use about 1/2 cup of the sauce to marinate the lamb. Let it soak for 30-60 minutes.

3

Preheat

During the last 15 minutes of the marinating time, fire up the grill to 450°F and let it preheat.

4

Grill

You want medium-rare, ideally, so you’re only going to need to cook these for 3-4 minutes per side.

5

Enjoy

Let rest for a few minutes and enjoy! Serve with the rest of the mint sauce.

Try our Easy Buttered Noodles with this dish!

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Traeger Grilled Lamb Chops FAQ

What kind of lamb chops work best for this recipe?

The difference between the lamb chop and the lamb loin chop is whether the rib comes from the side or lower portion of the lamb’s rib or the top of the rib. Pricy “rack of lamb” is the loin chop which is considered the most tender meat.

Either one works fine, and what you pick will probably be a combination of availability and price. In terms of flavor, both are delicious, don’t taste gamey, and work great on the grill.

What’s the best temperature to cook lamb chops?

The first rule of grilling lamb chops is that you need to make sure your grill is HOT. Grilled lamb chops cook very quickly, at about ten minutes per side. You ideally want a temp between 450-500°F.

The meat goes on for a high and hot sear to lock in the juices. Medium rare to medium is ideal for lamb. Rare is 120°F, medium rare 125°F, medium 130°F, and well done is 145°F and higher. Just remember, grilled lamb can taste slightly gamey when cooked past medium.

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How do you get good grill marks on your lamb chops?

If you are feeling it, and want everyone to admire your hatch style grill marks, then make sure you do a 45 degree turn of the meat each time you flip it to create great grill marks, flipping every five minutes.

When you take the meat off the grill let it rest for about five minutes.

If you want the meat to have a bit more smoke flavor, then smoke the meat first in your Traeger or other brand of pellet grill or smoker for about 20 minutes at 180-225° in heavy smoke. It won’t cook much, but you will definitely add some additional smokiness.

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What should you serve with grilled lamb?

I like to serve pasta or rice with lamb chops, personally. I recommend my Easy Buttered Noodles, which you see pictured with these easy chops.

You could also make my Creamy Noodles if you want something a little heartier or my hearty mushroom pasta would be great too.

Make up my easy grilled spinach for some more green things in your life. If you are in the mood for salad but don’t think you can handle any more Greek Freak in your life, I highly recommend my homemade Caesar dressing.

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What is Greek Freak, and is it necessary?

Greek Freak seasoning from Spiceology is a blend of herbs and spices that is PERFECT in this recipe. They are high quality, don’t have fillers, and are reasonably priced. The spices include onion, dried orange peel, garlic, parsley, tomato, chili, sunflower oil, and salt. Really simple ingredients that come together to create something wonderfully complex, and they all work amazingly well on the grill.

This blend is something we use all the time at our house, and not just for lamb chops either!

What else can you make with Greek Freak Mediterranean Seasoning?

Need some ideas to use up that Greek Freak Mediterranean seasoning? I have lots on the site that you’ll love! See the whole list of my Greek Freak Recipes here.

  • Greek Pasta Salad is one of my favorite summer salads. It is colorful, easy to make, and uses a homemade Greek-inspired dressing.
  • Greek Freak Dressing recipe doesn’t have to be used just on salads. You can just as easily use this as a sauce or dip for your Traeger grilled lamb chops too. It is also the dressing featured in my Greek Pasta Salad above!
  • Greek Ground Beef Empanadas are a fun twist on a classic Spanish dish. Use Puff Pastry for the dough to make these super-fast, and you’ll have a quick and hearty meal that everyone will love. Also super portable if you need to take dinner on the go!
  • Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash are an easy way to put out some vegetables on the table and these are cooked right on the grill.
  • Salmon Orzo Pasta Salad is another one that features that awesome Mediterranean Greek Freak seasoning as well as grilled salmon! So delicious!
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Yield: 8 servings

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Tender lamb chops seasoned with Greek herbs and spices and topped with a delicious mint sauce.

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time8 minutes

Rest Time5 minutes

Total Time23 minutes

Ingredients

Lamb

  • 16 lamb chops
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Greek Freak seasoning

Mint Sauce

  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 10-12 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped mint
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley

Instructions

  1. Place the lamb chops in a baggie with 1/4 - 1/3 cup of the mint sauce and let marinate for about 30 minutes.
  2. Remove from the marinade and discard the sauce that had the raw lamb in it.
  3. Preheat your pellet grill to 450°, sprinkle the chops with the Greek Freak seasoning, and place your lamb chops on the grill.
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, and remove to rest before serving.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 362Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 1225mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 31g

Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!

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Traeger Lamb Chops - Pellet grill lamb chop recipe (2024)

FAQs

What temperature do you cook lamb chops on a pellet grill? ›

Increase the heat on your pellet grill to 475°F.

Grill the lamb for about 8 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F on a digital meat thermometer.

How long to smoke lamb chops at 225? ›

Set up your smoker for cooking at 225°F with indirect heat. Use a mix of pecan and apple for smoke for great results. Monitor the internal temperature of the chops and when they reach 138 °F (medium rare) they are finished and should be removed from the smoker right away. This should take about 50 minutes.

What temp is best for lamb chops? ›

Lamb Chop Temperature

Leg, sirloin chops, and shoulder chops (unless you're braising them) should be cooked to between 140°F and 145°F. For best results, allow the chops to come to room temperature before cooking, and always use a quality, instant-read meat thermometer.

How long to smoke lamb chops on pellet grill? ›

about 45 minutes at 225 degrees on the pellet grill. I. just like to season them up with some Greek. seasoning, but Italian seasoning works well too.

How long does it take to smoke a lamb chop? ›

Preheat your smoker to 250 degrees F and remove your lamb chops from the marinade. Be sure to shake gently so you remove any excess marinade. Place the lamb chops directly on the grill grates and smoke for 45 minutes to an hour. You want your lamb to reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (130 for medium rare).

How do you know when lamb chops are done on the grill? ›

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.

What temperature should lamb be smoked at? ›

Lamb shoulder typically takes 7 hours to cook at a smoker temperature of 107 - 120°c (225 – 250 °F). You could go for a boneless lamb shoulder, but I like it to be cooked with the bone in. Also before cooking, make sure you trim the excess fat and rub the meat with your favourite mixture or paste.

What temperature do you grill lamb at? ›

Temperature is key.

Lamb is a meat that really shines when it is cooked to medium rare, around 130-135 F. In order to avoid over cooking, use an iGrill. This keeps the grill lid down while still maintaining an ever critical eye over the grilling process. Keep the grill at medium heat, around 350-450 degrees.

How do you keep lamb moist in a smoker? ›

Water Pan – Use a water pan in your smoker to maintain a humid environment so the meat doesn't cook with hot, dry air. Water works well, but you can also fill the water pan with beer, apple juice and cider vinegar for flavorful twists.

What is a good binder for lamb chops? ›

It's a great choice for lamb. Olive oil makes for a good all-around binder that will hold in the seasonings and is great for steak. Olive oil: Perfect for beef cuts, olive oil will not only hold those seasonings to the meat, it will help dramatically crisp up the outside of the cuts.

Is it better to cook lamb slow or fast? ›

Lower temp = more succulent meat – Tough cuts like lamb shoulder need slow-cooking to tenderise them. The lower the roasting temperature, the less total moisture evaporation and thus juicier meat.

Should lamb chops be cooked fast or slow? ›

Lamb chops and steaks, as with beef steaks, should be cooked over a high heat, quickly, and can be quick-roasted, too, depending on how thick they are.

Does lamb get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

It depends on the cut. If you cook a lamb shank low and slow, it will become more tender as long as you don't let it dry out. A lamb chop, on the other hand, will reach optimum tenderness at medium rare. After that it will become tougher as it cooks.

How to cook lamb chops on a pit boss grill? ›

Fire up your Pit Boss and set the temperature to 400°F. If you're using a gas or charcoal grill, set it up for medium high heat. Grill the chops for 5-7 minutes per side, then lower the temperature to 350°F or medium heat, and flip and grill for another 5-7 minutes.

What temp is lamb cooked in smoker? ›

Lamb Leg cooking tips

Lamb's leg ideally cooks for a duration of 8 hours at a smoker temperature of 107 - 120°c (225 – 250 °F). Until your lamb shows a temperature of around 80° C which you can check via a meat thermometer, you should not remove it.

What is the best temp to cook pork chops on pellet grill? ›

After massaging in your spices you should let your pork chops rest for around 15 minutes before grilling. High heat, around 450°F, is best for grilling pork chops. At this temperature, they will take between 15 ad 30 minutes to reach 145°F.

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