Description
Chicken Pesto Flatbread is a culinary delight that transforms juicy chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and gooey mozzarella into a crispy flatbread masterpiece. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this quick and easy recipe bursts with flavor in every bite. Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or enjoying it as a cozy meal at home, this dish promises satisfaction and smiles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 2 store-bought flatbreads (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F/74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Spread pesto over each flatbread. Top with sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg