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Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros: Easy Mediterranean Delight

Enjoy tender, spiced chicken with savory Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros, a delightful Mediterranean dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for richer flavor
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Can use red onion for a sharper flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced garlic is best
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Paprika Substitute with smoked paprika for a deeper flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced for texture
  • 1 large Cucumber Sliced
  • 1 medium Red Onion Sliced for serving
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread Warm before serving; gluten-free options available

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by slicing the yellow onion and placing it at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, dried oregano, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top of the onions in the slow cooker and pour the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. After cooking, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
  6. Warm pita bread and fill each pita with the shredded chicken mixture and desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow marinating the chicken for at least an hour or overnight for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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