Easy Oven Braised Lamb Shanks
This Braised Lamb Shanks recipe is a tender and hearty dish, braised in chicken broth, lemon, and dill. Fork-tender and flavorful meat that's easy to prepare—perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or making family dinner extra special!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 494kcal
Equipment
- 2.5 quart Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 3 lb lamb shank
- 2 tablespoon flour all purpose
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ⅔ cup chicken broth
- 4 sprigs dill finely chopped
- ½ medium onion sliced in half moons
- 1 lemon thinly slicked and seeds picked out
Optional for Serving
- 5 ounces feta cheese crumbled
- 16 ounce orzo pasta cooked according to package
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
- Season the lamb shanks with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a 2.5 quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil.
- Sear the lamb shanks on all sides over moderately high heat.
- Add chicken broth and onion.
- Add dill to all sides of lamb shanks and add to dutch oven.
- Add sliced lemons to the Dutch oven and cover.
- Bake for 4-5 hours until lamb is 165 degrees internal temperature.
- Serve with cooked orzo and sprinkled with crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
- Searing is Key: Don’t skip the searing step! It locks in flavors that are enhanced during the slow braising process, making the lamb even more savory.
- Check the Liquid Level: Make sure the braising liquid covers at least ⅔ of the lamb to ensure even cooking and prevent it from drying out.
- Slow Cooking is Essential: Braising at a low temperature (200°F) ensures the lamb becomes incredibly tender and absorbs all the flavorful broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 463mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 110IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 3mg
