Crockpot Greek Chicken Pitas with Tzatziki
A mouthwatering dish featuring tender chicken thighs seasoned with Mediterranean spices, served in soft pita bread with a refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs You can replace chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth
For the Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Use low-fat or dairy-free alternatives as desired.
- 1 cucumber shredded and excess moisture squeezed out
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Alternatively, use 1 teaspoon of dried dill.
- ½ Juice of ½ lemon
- to taste Salt and pepper
To Serve
- 6 pieces Pita bread Use gluten-free pita or lettuce wraps if needed.
- 1 cup Sliced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Sliced red onion
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and place them in the crockpot.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Stir well, then pour this mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Making Tzatziki
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as desired.
Finishing Touches
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot, mixing with the remaining liquid.
- Warm the pita bread and fill each pita with the shredded chicken, tzatziki, sliced tomatoes, lettuce, and red onion.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy your Mediterranean goodness!
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving.