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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: Quick, Flavorful Dinner Express!

A quick and easy Pesto Chicken Flatbread that combines the vibrant flavors of basil pesto, grilled chicken, and mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 1 large Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with other melting cheese
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional but recommended
  • a few Fresh Basil Leaves Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet and spread basil pesto evenly on each.
  4. Top each flatbread with sliced chicken, shredded mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize toppings with grilled vegetables, tofu or different types of flatbread as desired.

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