Pesto Chicken Flatbread
Pesto Chicken Flatbread is the perfect quick and delicious meal to satisfy everyone at your dinner table. With a flavorful blend of juicy chicken, fresh basil pesto, and gooey cheese, this dish comes together in under an hour. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, you can easily customize it based on your pantry staples or dietary preferences. Whether you opt for grilled shrimp or loaded veggies, this recipe is versatile and packed with flavor. Serve it warm with a light salad or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly delightful dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 pieces of flatbread (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 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 oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Spread basil pesto on each flatbread, top with sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg