Pesto Chicken Flatbread
Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a delightful and easy dinner option that brings the family together around the table. This flavor-packed dish features tender chicken breasts topped with vibrant basil pesto, gooey mozzarella, and fresh cherry tomatoes, all served on a crispy flatbread base. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The best part? It’s highly customizable to suit your family’s taste preferences, ensuring everyone enjoys a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 4 pieces of flatbread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Lay flatbreads on a baking sheet; spread basil pesto over each.
- Top with sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional minute or two if desired.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approx. 175g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg