Description

Pesto Chicken Flatbread is a quick and flavorful dish made with crispy flatbread, creamy basil pesto, tender chicken, and melted mozzarella. It’s perfect for a fast dinner, lunch, or appetizer, ready in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

2 flatbreads (naan or pita)

1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

1/4 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

1/4 cup red onion slices (optional)

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Fresh basil, for garnish

Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place flatbreads on a baking sheet.
Brush flatbreads lightly with olive oil.
Spread a generous spoonful of pesto over each flatbread.
Top with cooked chicken and shredded mozzarella.
Add cherry tomatoes and red onion slices, if using.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

Add toppings like mushrooms, spinach, or roasted red peppers.

Swap chicken with grilled sausage or go meatless for a vegetarian version.

Try goat cheese or parmesan for extra cheesy flavor.

Reheat in oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 flatbread
Calories: 430
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg