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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: Quick Comfort for Every Dinner Table

Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick, customizable dinner option perfect for busy weeknights, bursting with Italian-inspired flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts Consider substituting with tofu or grilled vegetables for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Flatbread
  • 4 pieces flatbread Choose store-bought for quick prep or make your own.
  • 1 cup fresh basil pesto Can use store-bought or make homemade.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Swap with provolone or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved; can replace with other seasonal vegetables.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional for a lighter version.
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional).

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
  4. Spread basil pesto evenly on the flatbreads.
  5. Assemble flatbreads by distributing sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
  7. Remove from the oven, cool for a few minutes, and slice into quarters. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.

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