Description
This Easy Pesto Chicken Flatbread Recipe combines the fresh, vibrant flavors of basil pesto and tender cooked chicken on a crispy flatbread base. Topped with melted mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and red onions, this Italian-American inspired dish is quick to prepare, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or casual lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 2 store-bought flatbreads or naan breads
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for crisping the flatbread and melting the cheese evenly.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet. Lightly brush the edges with olive oil to help them crisp and develop a golden color during baking.
- Spread Pesto: Using a spoon or brush, spread an even layer of basil pesto over each flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent the pesto from spilling over while baking.
- Add Chicken: Distribute the cooked chicken breast evenly over the pesto layer on each flatbread for balanced flavor and protein in every bite.
- Add Cheese and Vegetables: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken. Then top with halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onions to add freshness and texture.
- Season: Lightly sprinkle the flatbreads with salt and black pepper to enhance the overall taste.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the flatbread edges are golden and crisp.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the flatbreads from the oven. Sprinkle with freshly chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor. Let the flatbreads cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option that works perfectly and saves cooking time.
- You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or an Italian cheese blend for varied flavors.
- For extra flavor, drizzle balsamic glaze over the flatbread before serving.
