Slow Cooker Lamb Chops

These Slow Cooker Lamb Chops are melt-in-your-mouth tender, simmered in a rich garlic and herb gravy. They’re perfect for a comforting family dinner and pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Ingredients

• 6–8 lamb loin or shoulder chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced (optional)
• 1 cup beef or lamb broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried)
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Brown the Lamb (Optional but Recommended)

1. Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels.
2. Season both sides with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear the lamb chops for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.

2. Assemble

1. Add the sliced onion, garlic, and carrots around the lamb chops.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, and thyme.
3. Pour the mixture over the lamb.
4. Add the bay leaves.

3. Slow Cook

• Low: 6–8 hours
  or
• High: 3–4 hours

The lamb is ready when it’s fork-tender.

4. Make the Gravy

1. Remove the lamb chops and keep them warm.
2. Discard the bay leaves.
3. Whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry.
4. Stir the slurry into the cooking liquid.
5. Cover and cook on High for another 10–15 minutes, until the gravy thickens.

5. Serve

Spoon the rich gravy over the lamb chops and garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6–8 hours on Low (or 3–4 hours on High)
• Total Time: About 6 hours 15 minutes

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered egg noodles
• Steamed green beans
• Roasted carrots
• Rice or creamy polenta
• Crusty bread to soak up the gravy

Tips

• Shoulder chops become especially tender during slow cooking, while loin chops are leaner and cook a bit faster.
• Browning the chops before slow cooking adds extra flavor and color.
• Add mushrooms or baby potatoes to the slow cooker for a complete one-pot meal.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Enjoy these tender, flavorful Slow Cooker Lamb Chops with their rich herb gravy for a comforting meal everyone will love