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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Delicious Pesto Chicken Flatbread for Quick Weeknight Bliss

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick, customizable dish that's ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread Base
  • 4 slices Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking and added flavor
For the Toppings
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts The star of the dish
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with provolone
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Sprinkled on top
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Fresh or substitute with sundried
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather a baking sheet.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper, and heat olive oil in a skillet.
  3. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  5. Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet, spread basil pesto over each.
  6. Distribute sliced chicken evenly over the pesto on each flatbread.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and cherry tomatoes over the toppings.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
  9. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely.
  10. Allow to cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.
  11. Serve warm and enjoy with a fresh side salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients elevate the flavor. Monitor cooking time for optimal results. Customize toppings as desired.

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