Pesto Chicken Flatbread: A Quick Taste of Italy at Home

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Pesto Chicken Flatbread, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 flatbreads

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Flatbread Base

1 piece Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if needed

For the Chicken Topping

2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Flavor Boost

1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to swap with favorite melting cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese

For the Colorful Finish

1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
to taste Fresh Basil Leaves Optional

Equipment

Skillet
Baking sheet
spatula
sharp knife
Pizza Cutter

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Spread basil pesto on flatbreads on a baking sheet.
Top flatbreads with sliced chicken, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for a crispy top.
Cool for a few minutes, slice, and optionally garnish with fresh basil.
Serve warm as a main dish or appetizer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flatbreadCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftover flatbreads in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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