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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: A Flavorful Twist on Dinner

Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious dinner option featuring grilled chicken, basil pesto, and melted cheese on crispy flatbread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 2 pieces Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking chicken
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Dairy-free option available
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Optional garnish
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any optional herbs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
  4. Place the flatbreads on the greased baking sheet and spread basil pesto over each one.
  5. Arrange the sliced chicken evenly atop the pesto flatbreads.
  6. Top with mozzarella cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best flavor, consume within 3 days if storing in the fridge, and reheat in the oven for optimal texture.

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