Pesto Chicken Flatbread with Mozzarella That's Quick and Cozy

This Pesto Chicken Flatbread with Mozzarella is a quick and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring layers of pesto, chicken, and melted cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Flatbread Base

2 pieces Naan or Flatbread Feel free to use pita as an alternative.

Toppings

1 cup Basil Pesto Homemade or store-bought.
1 cup Cooked Chicken Breast Rotisserie chicken makes it quick.
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Pat dry if using fresh mozzarella.
0.25 cup Cherry Tomatoes Colorful varieties are recommended.
2 tbsp Red Onion Thinly sliced; optional if strong flavors are not preferred.

Finishing Touches

1 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing the flatbread.
Salt & Black Pepper To taste.
Fresh Basil Leaves For garnishing.
Red pepper flakes Optional for a spicy kick.
Balsamic glaze Optional for tangy contrast.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
parchment paper
Pastry Brush
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Brush a thin layer of olive oil over each flatbread.
Spread basil pesto evenly over the flatbreads.
Layer cooked chicken, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and red onion on the flatbreads.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and optional toppings.
Slice the flatbreads into wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with different toppings or make it vegetarian.

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