Slow Cooker Lamb Stew

Introduction

A slow cooker lamb stew is the epitome of comfort food—richly flavored, fall-apart tender lamb in a medley of hearty vegetables, all infused with aromatic herbs and a deeply savory broth. The best reason to make this stew? It transforms humble ingredients into a soul-warming meal with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy evenings or when you want to treat guests with barely any fuss.

What Makes Slow Cooker Lamb Stew a Classic?

The beauty of this stew is its slow-cooked simplicity: as the hours pass, lamb becomes perfectly tender, and vegetables completely soak up the luscious flavors. With each bite, you get a mouthful of robust seasoning and melt-in-your-mouth textures. The slow cooker method means you can set it and forget it, leaving the kitchen free and your home smelling divine by dinnertime.

Perfect Prep with the Right Tools

For uniform chopping of carrots, potatoes, and onions, a high-quality Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper will save you time and ensure even cooking throughout your stew. If you’re looking for a beautiful presentation and efficient prep, a reliable Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 is the perfect base for your dicing and slicing needs.

After prepping your lamb and veggies, browning the meat in a pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch before slow cooking builds extra depth of flavor and seals in those savory juices.

How to Build Deep Flavors in Your Lamb Stew

Start by seasoning your lamb cubes generously and browning them for a few minutes on each side. This caramelizes the exterior and adds a subtle richness. Next, toss in aromatic ingredients like garlic and onions before layering the remaining vegetables and herbs.

Pour in beef broth, tomato paste, and a splash of red wine if desired—it’s the slow bubbling of these liquids that gently tenderizes the lamb and brings everything together into a mouthwatering, cohesive dish.

Serving and Storing Your Lamb Stew

Once your slow cooker lamb stew is ready, ladle it into deep bowls and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Pair with rustic bread or serve alone for a hearty meal.

Leftovers store beautifully in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), making lunch or another cozy dinner just a quick reheat away.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves 6, providing a substantial portion of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients in every bowl. Expect each serving to clock in at approximately 350–400 calories, making it a nourishing and satisfying meal.

Slow Cooker Lamb Stew (Recap)

Slow cooker lamb stew delivers rich, cozy flavors with fork-tender meat and perfectly cooked vegetables, thanks to unhurried cooking and quality prep. With just a few tools and pantry staples, you’ll serve up a classic comfort food that’s ideal for sharing or meal prepping.

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high heat. Season lamb cubes with salt and pepper, then brown them in batches until all sides are seared. Transfer to the slow cooker.
2. Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes. Add these aromatics to the slow cooker.
3. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly cut carrots and potatoes into even pieces. Layer them over the lamb in the slow cooker.
4. Stir in beef or lamb broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and optional red wine.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or on HIGH for 4–5 hours, until lamb is fall-apart tender and vegetables are cooked through.
6. Thirty minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
7. Ladle stew into bowls, garnish generously with fresh parsley, and enjoy! Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for another meal.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7–8 hours on LOW / 4–5 hours on HIGH

Total Time: 7–8 hours 20 minutes (on LOW)