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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Irresistible Pesto Chicken Flatbread for Quick Dinner Bliss

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious dinner option that combines tender chicken, basil pesto, and crispy flatbread for gourmet flavor. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 4 pieces flatbread Consider making your own for a truly homemade experience!
For the Chicken
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts Feel free to substitute with grilled vegetables or tofu for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can be replaced with avocado oil or melted butter.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh basil pesto Can be store-bought or homemade!
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Experiment with cheddar or a dairy-free alternative if desired.
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes Halved; consider substituting with sun-dried tomatoes for a more intense flavor.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Omit for a vegan variant or substitute with nutritional yeast.
For Garnish
  • fresh basil leaves Optional; arugula or spinach can also work well as substitutes.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pesto Chicken Flatbread
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder, and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  5. Spread basil pesto over each flatbread on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Distribute the sliced chicken evenly over the pesto-covered flatbreads.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and halved cherry tomatoes over the chicken, followed by grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are golden.
  9. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispness, watching closely to prevent burning.
  10. Slice the flatbreads into quarters, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider making and drizzling additional pesto on top after baking.

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