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Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros That Transform Dinner Night

Enjoy flavorful Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros, a healthy Mediterranean dish perfect for any dinner night.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for more flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Provides acidity and brightness.
  • 1 medium Onion (Diced) Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Helps create cooking liquid.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Aids in flavor and moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Adds a tangy note.
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Provides Mediterranean flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice Optional for milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Adds zestiness.
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Fat-Free Plain Greek Yogurt Base for the tzatziki.
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber (Grated) Squeeze to remove excess moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Brightens up the sauce.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Spray the slow cooker with non-stick spray and place the chicken breasts evenly inside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine garlic, lemon juice, onion, water, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, allspice, and lemon pepper. Stir well.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken in the slow cooker and cover. Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
  4. Prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, garlic, grated cucumber, parsley, and salt in a separate bowl. Stir and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks.
  6. Warm pita bread, fill with shredded chicken, top with tzatziki, and add sliced tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and lettuce as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyrosCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Squeeze the cucumber to remove moisture for a thicker tzatziki. Allow tzatziki to rest for better flavor. Checking cooking time will prevent chicken from drying out.

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