Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Temperature
380°F
195°C
Time
8 min
2-3 chops
Safe internal
145°F
63°C · piping hot
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Lamb chops come out with a browned, herby crust and a pink middle in about eight minutes, with no smoky skillet to scrub afterwards. Garlic and rosemary rubbed in really sings in the dry heat.
Ingredients
Quantities for 2-3 chops - the times on this page assume that much in the basket.
- 2-3 lamb chops
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 tsp rosemary, chopped
- Salt and black pepper
How to air fry lamb chops
- Rub the chops with the oil, crushed garlic and rosemary, and season with the salt and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
- Add the fresh lamb chops to the basket. Keep them in a single layer.
- Cook for about 8 minutes, flipping them over halfway through.
- Check it has reached a safe internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) before serving.
Pro tip
Rosemary and garlic are the perfect pairing for lamb.
How to tell when it's done
For pink, juicy lamb aim for 145°F (63°C) and a short rest; a bit more, to 160°F (71°C), for medium. The chops should feel springy rather than firm, with the fat edge browned and rendered.
Safe internal temperature
Cook to 145°F (63°C) at the thickest point. An instant-read thermometer is the only reliable way to confirm it.
Converting from an oven recipe
If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, lower the temperature by about 25°F (15°C) and reduce the time by roughly 20% to land near 380°F for 8 minutes. Need a different starting point? Use the conversion calculator.
Air fryer lamb chops: FAQ
How long does it take to air fry lamb chops?
Air fry lamb chops at 380°F (195°C) for about 8 minutes, flipping them over halfway through. That's for 2-3 chops in a single layer; adjust slightly for a fuller basket or a different model.
What temperature do you air fry lamb chops at?
Set the air fryer to 380°F (195°C). If you're converting an oven recipe, that's roughly 25°F (15°C) below the oven temperature, with the time cut by about 20%.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer for lamb chops?
A 2-3 minute preheat gives the most accurate timing and the best browning, but it isn't essential - if you skip it, add a minute or two to the cook time.
What's the safe internal temperature for lamb chops?
Cook lamb chops to a safe internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), measured at the thickest point with an instant-read thermometer. Cooking time is a guide; internal temperature is what confirms it's safely done.