Lamb Loin Chops Recipe 

Ingredients
  • 4 large garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, lightly crushed (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, lightly crushed (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 5 or 6  1 1/4-inch-thick lamb loin chops
Preparation

Mix first 4 ingredients and 1 tablespoon olive oil in large bowl. Add lamb; turn to coat. Let marinate at room temperature at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over high heat.

Add lamb; cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side.

​Transfer skillet to oven and roast lamb chops to desired doneness, about 10 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer lamb to platter, cover, and let rest 5 minutes.
Enjoy this meal with cooked vegetables, such as steamed broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and/or cooked dandelions made in olive oil and garlic.