Cassandra's Yummy Lamb Chops

lamb chops are marinated in olive oil, roasted garlic and red wine, then braised on the stovetop. It's moist and tender, full of flavor and served best complimented with sauteed zucchini and rice.

• Preparation Time: 24 hr 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 25 hr
• Calories: 699 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 lamb chops
• 2 bulbs roasted garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1.5 cups olive oil for marinating

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place lamb chops in a shallow dish, and smear both sides with roasted garlic. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover with 1 1/2 cups olive oil, and refrigerate overnight.

Step 2

Remove chops and marinade from dish, and scrape off the oil, which will have partially solidified in the refrigerator. Place the chops back in the dish, and cover with red wine. Refrigerate for 4 hours.

Step 3

Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chopped onion until tender. Place the lamb chops into the skillet, cover, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes on each side.