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Pesto Chicken Flatbread

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: Quick, Flavorful Weeknight Delight

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick, flavorful weeknight dish that's versatile and crowd-pleasing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 2 pieces Flatbread Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Toppings
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Can swap with grilled veggies or tofu
  • 1 cup Basil Pesto Homemade is recommended
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Consider low-fat for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use pecorino for a sharper taste
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved; sun-dried tomatoes can be used as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in a skillet with olive oil for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
  4. Spread a generous layer of basil pesto over each flatbread placed on the baking sheet.
  5. Distribute the sliced chicken evenly over the pesto-covered flatbreads.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken and top with halved cherry tomatoes.
  7. Grate fresh Parmesan cheese over the assembled flatbreads.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, adding 1-2 minutes of broiling for extra crispness if desired.
  9. Let cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil leaves, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe allows for customization with various toppings and is best enjoyed fresh with high-quality ingredients.

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