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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Delicious Pesto Chicken Flatbread for Effortless Weeknight Meals

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to suit any taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Tender and juicy.
For the Pesto Spread
  • 1 cup Basil pesto Fresh or store-bought.
For the Flatbread Base
  • 4 pieces Flatbread Store-bought or homemade.
For the Cheese Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Provides creaminess and meltability.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Contributes flavor and texture.
For Freshness
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves For garnish.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Or any cooking oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Spread basil pesto over each flatbread.
  6. Distribute sliced chicken evenly over the flatbreads.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and cherry tomatoes over chicken, followed by Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
  9. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
  10. Cool for a minute, garnish with fresh basil, and slice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This flatbread is perfect for leftovers and can be customized with various toppings or proteins. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

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