Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
If you’re craving a meal that’s both comforting and hassle-free, look no further than these Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce. This family-friendly dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of lemon and herbs, cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Paired with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, this delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. Simply set it and forget it while the flavors meld together beautifully. Everyone will love customizing their gyros with fresh toppings, making it a hit at your dinner table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray and place chicken inside.
- In a bowl, combine garlic, lemon juice, onion, water, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, oregano, allspice, and lemon pepper; pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
- While chicken cooks, mix tzatziki ingredients in a separate bowl; refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and serve in warm pita bread with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg