Description
Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a delightful and quick meal that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish features juicy chicken, fresh basil pesto, and ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, all atop crispy flatbreads. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this customizable recipe allows you to add your favorite toppings, making it a family favorite. Whether enjoyed as a satisfying dinner or an impressive appetizer at parties, this Pesto Chicken Flatbread is sure to impress with its deliciousness and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast (6–8 ounces)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 store-bought flatbreads or naan breads
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- For garnish: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry and seasoning with salt and pepper. If uneven, pound to an even thickness.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 30 seconds on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest before shredding it with two forks.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Assemble the flatbreads by spreading pesto over each, topping with shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and some basil leaves.
- Bake for about 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with remaining basil before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg