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Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros Recipe Easy Homemade Greek Gyros to Devour Tonight

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This slow cooker chicken gyros recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken infused with Mediterranean spices, paired with creamy tzatziki and fresh veggies for an easy, comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 to 6 soft pita breads
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge for best flavor.
  3. Place marinated chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer. Pour any leftover marinade over the top.
  4. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  5. While chicken cooks, prepare tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  6. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks or a meat shredder tool. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker and stir to coat with juices.
  7. Warm pita breads in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven for a few minutes until pliable.
  8. Assemble gyros by spooning shredded chicken onto pita, adding cucumber slices, diced tomato, red onion, a dollop of tzatziki, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Wrap or fold and serve immediately.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier, more tender meat. Marinate at least 30 minutes for best flavor. If slow cooker runs hot, check chicken an hour early to avoid drying out. For crispy edges, broil shredded chicken briefly. Swap pita for gluten-free wraps or lettuce cups for gluten-free option. Use coconut yogurt for dairy-free tzatziki.

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