Description
Indulge in a delightful Pesto Chicken Flatbread topped with flavorful basil pesto, juicy chicken, and gooey cheese. This recipe is a breeze to make and offers a burst of delicious flavors in every bite, making it a perfect choice for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Pesto Chicken Flatbread:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 pieces of flatbread (store-bought or homemade)
- 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
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings. Cook in a skillet until golden and cooked through.
- Assemble the flatbreads: Spread pesto on flatbreads, top with sliced chicken, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with basil leaves, slice, and serve warm with salad or dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can customize this flatbread with additional toppings like olives, bell peppers, or red onions.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with grilled vegetables or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
