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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: A Quick and Irresistible Treat

Pesto Chicken Flatbread combines grilled chicken, basil pesto, and melting cheese on crispy flatbread for a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread Base
  • 2 pieces Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
For the Main Toppings
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with cheddar
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast
For Cooking and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with preferred cooking oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
  • a few Fresh Basil Leaves Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to achieve perfect crispiness on your flatbread.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper, and optionally garlic powder. Cook in a skillet with olive oil for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lay flatbreads on the sheet, and spread basil pesto evenly over each flatbread.
  5. Arrange sliced chicken on top of the pesto, sprinkle with mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted and flatbread edges are golden brown.
  7. Optionally, switch to broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. Cool for a few moments, slice into portions, garnish with basil if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and consider alternative pestos for variations.

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