Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks with Lemon, Dill and Feta

Name: Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks with Lemon, Dill and Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb shanks (about 4 1/2 pounds); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 4 dill sprigs plus 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped dill; 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1 small lemon, thinly sliced, and seeds picked out; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; Cooked orzo, for serving

Servings: persons

4 lamb shanks (about 4 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
4 dill sprigs plus 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 small lemon, thinly sliced, and seeds picked out
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Cooked orzo, for serving

1
Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, shaking off any excess.
2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
3
Cook the lamb shanks over moderately high heat, in batches if necessary, until browned all over, about 10 minutes.
4
Transfer the shanks to a slow cooker.
5
Add the chicken broth, dill sprigs, garlic, onion and lemon.
6
Cover and cook on high until the lamb is tender, about 4 hours.
7
Transfer the shanks to shallow bowls and keep warm.
8
Skim the fat from the cooking juices.
9
Stir in 1 tablespoon of the chopped dill and the lemon juice and season the juices with salt and pepper.
10
Spoon the juices along with the onion and lemon over the lamb shanks.
11
Sprinkle with the feta and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of chopped dill and serve with orzo.

565

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lamb shanks (about 4 1/2 pounds), Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks with Lemon, Dill and Feta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!