Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Creamy Greek Chicken
Lemony shredded chicken takes on a lovely creamy coating here. Greek seasoning gives it a savory, herby character, while cream cheese softens the citrus edge. The shreds catch that sauce all the way through, making this an appealing filling for the Greek dishes you already enjoy.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 150 min
- Total
- 160 min
- Original yield
- Serves 8
- Ingredients
- 4 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Primary protein
- Chicken
- Cuisine
- Greek · Mediterranean
- Cooking method
- Slow cooker
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: over 60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Lay the chicken flat
Pour in the lemon juice, arrange the chicken in the slow cooker and sprinkle seasoning over it.
2. Check before shredding
Cook until the chicken reaches the stated internal temperature before taking two forks to it.
3. Add cream cheese after cooking
Shred the cooked chicken first, then mix the softened cream cheese through it.
Get to know the ingredients
Greek seasoning
You can use either homemade Greek seasoning or a store-bought blend.
Softened cream cheese
Use softened cream cheese as listed and stir until combined with the shredded chicken.
Fresh lemon juice
Lemon juice goes into the slow cooker before the chicken is laid over it.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 8. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Mix the shreds thoroughly
Stir the cream cheese into the shredded chicken until combined, then use the suggested serving options.
A little more help as you go
Two forks for shredding
Use two forks to shred the chicken once its cooking stage is complete.
Optional parsley
The final step allows a parsley garnish if you'd like one.
A few questions you might have
Can I use store-bought Greek seasoning?
Yes, you can use homemade or store-bought seasoning.
Does cream cheese cook from the beginning?
No, mix it in after the chicken is cooked and shredded.
When do I shred the chicken?
After it reaches the stated internal-temperature target in the slow cooker.
Where does the lemon juice go?
Pour it into the slow cooker before laying the chicken flat inside.
How is it served?
The directions suggest serving it on spinach or using it in your favorite Greek dishes.
Any more cooking tips?
Greek seasoning- You can use homemade Greek seasoning (I usually use this homemade Greek Seasoning recipe) or store bought (I like Cavenders.) I usually use homemade, but either give a great result. If you are gluten free or low carb, you will want to use the homemade version. Leftovers can be stored: In the refrigerator for 3-4 days In the freezer for up to a month Dietary Considerations This recipe is naturally gluten free and low carb. Make sure that you use homemade greek seasoning to meet these needs. Nutrition facts provided based on my best estimation for the recipe and may not be accurate depending on what brands you use or modifications you make to the recipe. I recommend using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you use for the most accurate calculation.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: easyfamilyrecipes.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
