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Greek Chicken Gyros Crockpot: A Simple, Flavorful Recipe!

greek chicken gyros crockpot
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A simple and flavorful recipe for Greek Chicken Gyros made in a crockpot, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the crockpot and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the juices in the crockpot.
  5. Serve the shredded chicken in pita breads topped with tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes, lettuce, and red onion.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight before cooking.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like feta cheese or olives.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.

Nutrition

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