Join me in making these easy and juicy 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks, a true Australian delight! No need for wine here—just 4 lamb shanks, French onion soup mix, orange marmalade, and fresh rosemary.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

There’s nothing like the comforting aroma of juicy, slow-cooked lamb shanks to welcome the cooler months. This recipe is simple, needing only a few minutes of prep, and the slow cooker does the rest. Plus, if you love lamb, you might also enjoy trying this Persian Lamb Shank in Slow Cooker or Slow Cooker Lamb Shank Soup.

Is This Recipe Suitable for Making Ahead of Time?

Absolutely! You can prepare all the ingredients in advance, place them in the slow cooker insert, and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, just set it to cook—the flavors meld beautifully, making it even more delicious.

Recipe Ingredients

• 4 lamb shanks
• 40 grams of French onion soup mix
• 115 grams (about ⅓ cup) of orange marmalade
• 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary, plus additional for garnish

How To Make 4 ingredients slow cooker lamb shanks

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the lamb shanks and four sprigs of rosemary in the slow cooker.
2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, French onion soup mix, and water until smooth.
3. Cook: Pour the marmalade mixture over the lamb shanks in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid and set to low heat. Let it cook for 8 hours, or until the lamb is tender and falls off the bone easily.
4. Serve: Transfer the lamb shanks to serving plates and drizzle the cooking juices over the meat. Garnish with extra rosemary sprigs for a fresh aromatic touch.

Recipe Tips

• Monitor the Sauce: If the sauce looks too dry halfway through cooking, add an extra ¼ cup of water to keep the lamb juicy and tender.
• Browning the Lamb: For added flavor, brown the lamb shanks in a skillet over high heat for a few minutes on each side before adding them to the slow cooker.
• Choosing Rosemary: Fresh rosemary works best in this recipe as it infuses a wonderful aromatic flavor that dried herbs can’t match.
• Marmalade Alternatives: Not a fan of orange marmalade? Apricot preserves work beautifully as a substitute, adding a different layer of sweetness.

Can I Cook the Lamb Shanks on High?

You can cook the lamb shanks on high for about 4 hours if you’re short on time. However, cooking on low for 8 hours yields the best, most tender results.

What To Serve With Lamb Shanks

Pair your lamb shanks with buttery mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, or caramelized carrots. You could also try creamy Beetroot Risotto or steamed asparagus for a balanced meal.

Storing Leftovers

• In the Fridge: Store any leftover lamb shanks in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• In the Freezer: Freeze leftovers in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to one month. Make sure to label them with the date.

Reheating Leftovers

• Oven Method: Place the lamb shanks in a baking dish, cover with foil, and reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave Method: You can also microwave them, covered, for quicker reheating.

Check out More Slow Cooker Recipes:

• Easy Slow Cooker Lamb Shank Rogan Josh
• Slow Cooker Lamb Tagine Harissa
• Slow Cooker French Onion Lamb Chops