Crockpot Greek Chicken Pitas
Tender slow-cooked chicken served in warm pita bread with refreshing tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pita)
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 4 pita breads
- Fresh veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, red onion) for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, oregano, and lemon juice.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour in the chicken broth.
- Set the crockpot on low and cook for 4–6 hours, until fork-tender.
- Combine the tzatziki ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate.
- Shred the chicken once cooked and fill warm pita breads.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and add fresh veggies if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add cayenne or jalapeño. Customize with chickpeas for a vegetarian option.