Pesto Chicken Flatbread
Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a delightful and easy dinner recipe that combines crispy flatbread, juicy chicken, aromatic pesto, and fresh veggies for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this customizable dish allows you to mix and match toppings to suit your preferences. With its irresistible aroma wafting from the oven, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 whole wheat flatbreads
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- Spread pesto sauce generously on each flatbread. Top with sliced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 325g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg