Pesto Chicken Flatbread: A Delicious and Easy Recipe for Dinner
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Pesto Chicken Flatbread, a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This easy recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and gooey melted cheese atop crispy flatbreads. Within just 35 minutes, you can serve up a meal that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition. Customize it to your taste by adding fresh toppings like tomatoes or arugula, making it a versatile option for everyone at the table. Enjoy it as a wholesome dinner or a delicious lunch throughout the week!
- 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 and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble flatbreads on a baking sheet. Spread basil pesto over each flatbread.
- Top with sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top and bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and edges are golden brown.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing; garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg