Lamb Chops with Balsamic Reduction

Description
Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
 * Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

 * ¾ teaspoon dried rosemary
 * ¼ teaspoon dried basil
 * ½ teaspoon dried thyme
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * 4 lamb chops (¾ inch thick)
 * 1 tablespoon olive oil
 * ¼ cup minced shallots
 * ⅓ cup aged balsamic vinegar
 * ¾ cup chicken broth
 * 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

 * 1) In a small bowl or cup, mix together the rosemary, basil, thyme, salt and pepper.
 * 2) Rub this mixture onto the lamb chops on both sides.
 * 3) Place them on a plate, cover and set aside for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
 * 4) Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
 * 5) Place lamb chops in the skillet, and cook for about 3½ minutes per side for medium rare, or continue to cook to your desired doneness.
 * 6) Remove from the skillet, and keep warm on a serving platter.
 * 7) Add shallots to the skillet, and cook for a few minutes, just until browned.
 * 8) Stir in vinegar, scraping any bits of lamb from the bottom of the skillet, then stir in the chicken broth.
 * 9) Continue to cook and stir over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the sauce has reduced by half.
 * 10) If you don't, the sauce will be runny and not good.
 * 11) Remove from heat, and stir in the butter.
 * 12) Pour over the lamb chops, and serve.

Nutritional information
Per serving:
 * Calories 261 | Fat 19.7 g | Cholesterol 69 Mg | Sodium 369, Mg | Carbohydrates 5.4 g | Fiber 0.2 g | Protein 15 g