Seared Lamb Chops with a Balsamic Vinegar Pan Sauce

Recipe By:
Steve G
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Seared Lamb Chops With A Balsamic Vinegar Pan Sauce
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  • Total Time 85 min Ico-add
  • Yield 4 Servings
  • Level Easy

Balsamic vinegar, garlic and rosemary set the stage for this simple and delicious recipe that feeds a more intimate gathering. Serve with roasted potatoes and fresh steamed veggies for a well balanced meal y...
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Ingredients

  • 4 - 6 ounce lamb loin chops or eight 4 ounce rib chops, trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
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Directions

  1. 1. Rub lamb well with cut sides of 1 garlic clove; discard garlic. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, salt and pepper; rub in 1 teaspoon oil. Cover and let marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
  2. 2. Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  3. 3. Add the second garlic clove and lamb chops (If using rib chops, it may be necessary to sear them in batches. Do not wipe the pan clean between batches.)
  4. 4. Sear the lamb on one side until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and sear on the other side for 1 minute; reduce the heat to low and continue cooking until the second side is golden brown and the center is still slightly pink. Transfer the lamb to a platter and keep warm.
  5. 5. Spoon away any excess fat leaving the browned bits in the bottom and return the pan (with garlic halves) to high heat.
  6. 6. Add vinegar and bring to a boil, scraping the pan for browned bits (deglaze).
  7. 7. Stir in broth, rosemary sprig and bay leaf; boil until the sauce has thickened and reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.
  8. 8. Remove the garlic, rosemary sprig and bay leaf then season the sauce with salt and pepper.
  9. 9. Spoon sauce over the lamb and serve immediately.
 
 
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