Best 3 Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken Gyros Recipes
Pressure cooker shredded chicken gyros is a wonderfully flavorful and juicy twist on the classic Greek dish. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner or a party appetizer. Using a pressure cooker allows the chicken to cook quickly and evenly, resulting in tender and succulent meat that's perfect for shredding. The delicious marinade, filled with herbs and spices, infuses the chicken with a burst of flavor that will leave you craving more. Served with traditional gyro accompaniments like tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, onions, and pita bread, this pressure cooker shredded chicken gyros recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SHREDDED CHICKEN GYROS
We go to the annual Salt Lake City Greek Festival for the awesome food. This chicken with lemon and spices is a great way to mix up our menu, and my kids are big fans! -Camille Beckstrand, Layton, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 3h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine first 9 ingredients; add chicken. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until chicken is tender (a thermometer should read at least 165°)., Remove chicken from slow cooker. Shred with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Using tongs, place chicken mixture on pita breads. Serve with toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PRESSURE-COOKER SHREDDED CHICKEN GYROS
Our family has no links of any kind to Greece, but we always have such a marvelous time at the annual Salt Lake City Greek Festival. One of my favorite parts is all the awesome food. This meal is a good way to mix up our menu, and my kids are big fans. -Camille Beckstrand, Layton, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients; add chicken. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°. , Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to pressure cooker. Using tongs, place chicken mixture on pita breads. Serve with toppings. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
INSTANT POT® SHREDDED CHICKEN
Shredded chicken is really easy to make in your Instant Pot®. Make this big batch and reheat as needed.
Provided by Tim Unger
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine chicken breasts, water, salt, and pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Store shredded chicken in an airtight container with the liquid to help keep it moist.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Cholesterol 58.6 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 193.5 mg
Tips:
- For a smoky flavor, toast the spices in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the pressure cooker.
- Use a combination of chicken breasts and thighs for a more flavorful gyro.
- Don't overcrowd the pressure cooker. If you're cooking a lot of chicken, cook it in batches.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before shredding it. This will help the juices redistribute and make the chicken more tender.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the pita bread. This will help prevent the bread from tearing.
- Serve the gyros with your favorite toppings, such as tzatziki sauce, hummus, feta cheese, and tomatoes.
Conclusion:
Pressure cooker shredded chicken gyros are an easy and delicious weeknight meal. They're perfect for a crowd, and they can be made ahead of time. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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