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Lamb Chops with Balsamic Reduction

SUBMITTED BY: PGRAYMENDOZA PHOTO BY: SunFlower

"This recipe for lamb chops is a favorite in my house. It is an easy and quick recipe for two people (we eat two chops each). Rosemary and thyme give it great flavor. If you double the recipe, remember that the sauce will take longer to reduce."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 381 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 lamb chops (3/4 inch thick)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup minced shallots
  • 1/3 cup aged balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a small bowl or cup, mix together the rosemary, basil, thyme, salt and pepper. Rub this mixture onto the lamb chops on both sides. Place them on a plate, cover and set aside for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place lamb chops in the skillet, and cook for about 3 1/2 minutes per side for medium rare, or continue to cook to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet, and keep warm on a serving platter.
  3. Add shallots to the skillet, and cook for a few minutes, just until browned. Stir in vinegar, scraping any bits of lamb from the bottom of the skillet, then stir in the chicken broth. Continue to cook and stir over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the sauce has reduced by half. If you don't, the sauce will be runny and not good. Remove from heat, and stir in the butter. Pour over the lamb chops, and serve.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 12, 2007 by QAEDON
A savory dish without garlic?! Oh, the humanity! I set this precious dish on a bed of wild... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2005 by JMANSAVAGE
This was AMAZING! Keep in mind that you should use a GOOD quality balsamic in this recipe. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2005 by TAMRAKAT
This was my first time making lamb so I was more than a little nervous. I cannot believe how... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 1, 2005 by jayne
Delicious! I followed this recipe very closely. I placed the rub on the chops a few hours... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2006 by RogueOnion
When I first read this recipe I wasn't sure what to expect; but I was pleasantly surprised. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2007 by EKW0801
This is an excellent recipe for lamb. One of the few recipes here I've changed little to none.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2006 by NormaS.
BOY OH BOY! We had this last night. Super fantastic delicious recipe. We followed the recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2007 by Honey
Whenever I saute Lamb, I do it in garlic infused olive oil....adds flavor without chunks of garlic MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2006 by PREDESTOGO