Ultimate Pesto Chicken Flatbread: Quick & Delicious Delight

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious delight, combining grilled chicken, basil pesto, and melty cheese on a crispy base.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts use for ease of preparation
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil if preferred
to taste salt basic seasoning
to taste pepper basic seasoning

For the Flatbread

2 pieces flatbread store-bought or homemade
1/2 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade

For the Toppings

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for even distribution
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes or diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese optional
to taste fresh basil leaves for garnish

Equipment

Skillet
baking sheet
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare chicken by patting dry and seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
Spread basil pesto evenly over the flatbreads.
Top flatbreads with sliced chicken, shredded mozzarella, and halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese if desired.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and flatbread edges are golden brown.
Optionally, broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
Let cool slightly, slice, and garnish with fresh basil before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for sharing! Customize with seasonal veggies or different cheeses. Avoid overly watery ingredients to keep flatbread from getting soggy.

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