Slow-Cooked Lemon-Oregano Greek Lamb Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

Hearty lamb stew infused with lemon, oregano, and garlic slowly cooked until tender, perfect for a comforting Mediterranean meal. This Greek-inspired slow-cooker recipe, ready in about 150 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch chunks, olive oil, yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp dried oregano
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs lamb shoulder chunks and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total. Remove lamb and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large diced yellow onion to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Return browned lamb to the pot. Pour in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice and 2 cups chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
4. Step 4: Add 3 sliced carrots and 2 cubed medium potatoes to the stew. Season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook gently for 2 hours until lamb is tender and vegetables are soft.
6. Step 6: Remove lid and cook uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.