The chops don't need to marinate long to take on great herby flavor.

Prep Time

    •    Prep time: 5 minutes
    •    Cook time: 25 minutes
    •    Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

    •    4 large garlic cloves, pressed
    •    1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, lightly crushed
    •    1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, lightly crushed
    •    2 tsps coarse kosher salt
    •    2 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    •    6 1 1/4-inch-thick lamb loin chops

Method

1. 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.
2. 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.

This great family recipe is thanks to epicurious Recipes at https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/herb-roasted-lamb-chops-351253