Fragrant Lamb Chops With Tomatoes and Cinnamon

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper and add to the skillet, and cook, turning once, until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Transfer chops to a platter.
4. 4
   Add the remaining 1 tablespoons of oil to the skillet and heat. Add the remaining onions and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring often, until the edges of the onions begin to brown, about 6 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. 6
   Stir in the cinnamon and tomatoes with their juice.
7. 7
   Return the lamb to the skillet and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the lamb chops are almost tender, about 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Uncover and cook until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes more.
9. 9
   Serve hot.