Description
Tender, slow-cooked chicken wrapped in pita bread and topped with creamy tzatziki and fresh vegetables, creating an unforgettable Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 4 Pita Breads
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber, grated
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh Toppings: Tomatoes, Red Onion, Lettuce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, and cumin. Whisk until well blended.
- Add chicken breasts to the crockpot and pour the marinade over the top, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
- Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes if time allows.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- While cooking, prepare the tzatziki by combining grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dill in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks, mixing it with the cooking juices.
- Warm the pita bread and fill each with shredded chicken, tzatziki, and fresh toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Tzatziki flavors improve when made a day ahead. This recipe can also be adapted for vegetarian options by substituting chicken with chickpeas or lentils.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg