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Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros That Wow Your Tastebuds

Delight in Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros, a stress-free Mediterranean feast that's juicy, tender, and customizable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts Boneless skinless, can substitute with thighs for more moisture.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Sliced, adds aromatic flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for gluten-free if needed.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with other cooking oils.
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano Key seasoning for Mediterranean flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Paprika Contributes warmth and smokiness.
  • 1 tsp Salt Basic seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Basic seasoning.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Provides base for tzatziki.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated, excess moisture squeezed out.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh juice recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Dill or Mint Adds herbaceous notes.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced, for topping.
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Sliced, for topping.
  • 1 cup Red Onions Sliced, for topping.
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread Warm before filling.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the sliced yellow onion at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, dried oregano, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together.
  3. Carefully place the chicken on top of the onions in the slow cooker and pour the seasoning mixture over it.
  4. Cover and let the chicken cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until it shreds easily with a fork.
  5. Remove the chicken and shred it on a cutting board. Mix with cooking juices and onions.
  6. Warm pita bread, fill with shredded chicken, and add fresh toppings and tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Monitor cooking time closely for best results and enhance flavor with additional toppings.

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