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Turn a boneless leg of lamb into a delicious main course meal with this easy Slow Cooker Lamb recipe. Veggies, broth, and a host of seasonings come together for a winning combination your whole family is sure to enjoy.
I don’t hear too many people cooking with lamb, and rightfully so. It can seem a little intimidating to cook with a meat that’s not as traditional as beef, chicken, or pork. But I can assure you that cooking lamb in the slow cooker is the way to go. With my simple recipe you can enjoy lamb anytime of the year.
Key Ingredients
Leg of Lamb: You can use a boneless leg of lamb or a bone in leg of lamb. I recommend grabbing one that’s at least 4-5 pounds.
Broth: I used chicken broth but you can also use beef broth.
Vegetables: A couple of shallots (or onion), about four carrots (peeled and chopped), and two stalks of celery (chopped).
Olive Oil: Used to help make a paste for the seasoning mixture.
Seasonings: Garlic cloves (minced), fresh rosemary and fresh thyme leaves (both chopped), paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
How to Make Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb
- Rub the leg of lamb with a garlic, herb, and olive oil paste.
- Sear on all sides until nicely browned.
- Add vegetables and broth to the slow cooker, place the lamb on top, cover, and cook until fork-tender.
Tips & Variations
Add Wine: You can substitute ½ cup of the broth with red wine for a deeper flavor.
Make it a Complete Meal: Potatoes can be added to the pot for a full meal.
Mix-ins: Make the recipe your own by adding Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, or red pepper flakes.
Less Greasy: Trim excess fat from the lamb to reduce grease, but leave a little for flavor. After cooking, you can easily degrease the sauce by blotting it with paper towels.
What to Serve with Leg of Lamb
Serve the slow cooker leg of lamb with the tender vegetables and the cooking juices.
You can also pair it with additional sides such as slow cooker mashed potatoes, buttered rice, slow cooker brussels sprouts or a green salad.
How to Make a Gravy
If you want a thickened gravy for your leg of lamb, simply strain the drippings and add a cornstarch slurry. Cook on the stove top until thickened.
Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb Recipe
Ingredients
- 4-5 lbs, boneless or bone in leg of lamb
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary, or two tsp. dried rosemary
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves, or one tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 ½ cups chicken , or beef broth
- 2 shallots, peeled and sliced (or one small white onion)
- 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs of celery, chopped
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper, mix until well combined. Add the olive oil and mix to form a paste. Rub the garlic mixture all over the boneless leg of lamb.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the leg of lamb and all sides for about 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Once browned on all sides, set aside.
- To the slow cooker, add the shallots, carrots, and celery. Place the seared leg of lamb over the vegetables.
- Pour the chicken or beef broth around the leg of lamb, the liquid should reach about halfway up the lamb.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook the lamb on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Once the lamb is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve the lamb with the vegetables and the cooking juices. Add additional salt and pepper if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
How to Store
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. For longer storage, place sliced lamb in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen lamb in the refrigerator overnight.
More Slow Cooker Mains
Slow Cooker Duck makes an impressive main dish, while Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage is a classic choice for a hearty, comforting meal.
Slow Cooker Pepper Steak and Slow Cooker London Broil round out the list with easy, flavorful dinners perfect for busy days.
