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Slow Cooker Chicken

Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros with Creamy Homemade Tzatziki

Enjoy Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros with creamy homemade tzatziki, a perfect blend of flavors, ideal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 153
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Allspice
  • 1 tsp Lemon Pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Fat-Free Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Grated Cucumber
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • 1 tsp Salt (to taste)

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker by spraying the interior with non-stick spray and placing the chicken breasts inside.
  2. Mix the Marinade by combining garlic, lemon juice, onion, water, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, allspice, and lemon pepper in a bowl.
  3. Pour the Marinade over the chicken and spread the diced onions on top.
  4. Set the cooker to HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
  5. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, parsley, and salt in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker.
  7. Serve the chicken in warm pita bread topped with fresh veggies and tzatziki.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for quick meals throughout the week.

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