Simple and healthy, Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Gyros are fall apart tender chicken thighs seasoned with onions, spices, and broth for a quick crockpot protein that is low carb, low fat, and highly delicious!

bowl of shredded greek chicken thighs with olives and feta on top.

Man, oh man, is this a good one. Not only are these crockpot chicken gyros easy to make (it's pretty much dump and go), but they are absolutely mouthwatering.

This meal is one that is in our main recipe rotation, like pepperoncini pork roast.

The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you will chicken thighs that are so juicy and tender that they literally fall apart. This makes them the perfect protein for gyros, salads, over rice, quinoa, etc.

finished greek chicken thighs in slow cooker.

If you have been around Season and Thyme for any length in time, you will notice just how much we love greek food it our house! We love to go all out for "greek night" with homemade naan, homemade tzatziki sauce, hummus, fresh cut veggies, olives, pickles- the works!

This crock pot chicken gyros recipe is a super simple greek meat that doesn't take much preparation at all!

Ingredients for slow cooker chicken gyros

ingredients for slow cooker greek chicken gyros on a white background.

boneless skinless chicken thighs. Boneless skinless chicken breasts can also be used, but I love chicken thighs because they are more flavorful, stay juicy, and are often cheaper.
dried dill
dried oregano
dried basil
garlic and onions. Minced garlic and yellow onion or red onion sliced very thinly will cook down and flavor the meat.
olive oil. To add moisture and flavor.
lemon. Lemon juice helps tenderize the meat and add brightness.

How to make chicken gyros in the slow cooker

Place chicken thighs into the slow cooker.

chicken thighs and onions in black slow cooker.

Top with sliced onions.

In a small bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, dried herbs, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.

minced garlic and dried spices in small pink bowl.

Pour mixture over top of chicken and onions.

Cook chicken thighs for 3-4 hours on high or 5-6 hours on low, the chicken will be fall apart tender.

seasoning mixture poured on top of chicken and onions in slow cooker.

cooked chicken thighs in crock pot before being shredded.

Recipe Tip

The dried seasonings can be swapped out to fit your tastes and preferences. Seasoning blends (like greek seasoning) work great as well and will most likely have basil, oregano, and dill present.

up close of seasoning mixture poured on top of chicken and onions in slow cooker.

Toppings for chicken gyros

kalamata olives
lemon wedges
feta cheese
red onion
chopped fresh herbs
tomatoes
red wine vinegar
tzatziki sauce (or plain greek yogurt)
hummus

chicken in a serving dish with greek toppings around it.

How to serve slow cooker greek chicken gyros

Aside from delicious toppings, here are some ways to serve this chicken as a meal.

In a salad, like this gyros salad
on warm pita bread
with butter rice
on a greek flatbread
with Greek Cucumber Salad
on a Greek Wedge Salad

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