Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the fat-free Greek yogurt, lemon juice, crushed garlic, white wine vinegar, oregano, Greek seasoning, and chopped red onion. Add the chicken fillets, tossing well to ensure they are fully coated. Cover and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let the flavors develop.
2. Build the Vertical Kebab Tower
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Slice off one of the long edges of the potato so it sits completely flat on your baking tray or the bottom of your slow cooker.
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Insert the 3 wooden kebab skewers firmly into the top of the potato in a tight triangle shape.
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Thread the marinated chicken fillets one by one onto the skewers, pressing down firmly to create a compact, vertical kebab stack.
3. Cook to Perfection
Note on sizing: If using a slow cooker, trim the tops of the skewers so they don’t block the appliance lid.
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Slow Cooker Method: Place the chicken tower into the slow cooker. (Tip: If it leans, you can rest the top of the skewers gently against the side wall, rotating halfway through). Cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 4 hours.
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Oven Method: Stand the chicken tower upright on a baking tray. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C fan / Gas Mark 6) for approximately 1 hour, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through and beautifully browned on the outside.
Once cooked, use a sharp knife to carve the chicken vertically off the skewers into thin, succulent strips.
4. Prepare the Quick Tzatziki
While the chicken cooks, mix the fat-free Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
5. Make the Healthy Flatbreads (Optional)
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In a mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, baking powder, and fat-free Greek yogurt until a dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out as thinly as possible using a floured rolling pin.
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Heat a dry, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat (do not add oil or cooking spray).
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Cook the flatbread for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until it bubbles up and becomes crispy on both sides.
How to Serve
Load your carved Greek chicken high onto your warm homemade flatbread or wholemeal pitta. Top generously with the fresh tzatziki, crisp tomatoes, cucumber, and a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for a restaurant-quality meal at a fraction of the calories.
Top SEO & Cooking Tips
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Meal Prep Friendly: You can marinate the chicken up to 24 hours in advance. The longer it sits in the lemon and yogurt marinade, the more tender it becomes.
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Keep it Extra Lean: Using fat-free Greek yogurt instead of standard yogurt or oil keeps this recipe completely free of added fats, making it ideal for strict weight-loss regimes.
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Crispy Edges: If you prefer your kebab meat extra crispy, toss the carved chicken strips into a hot, dry, non-stick pan for 2 minutes just before serving to get those authentic charred edges.