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Pesto Chicken Flatbread Recipe

Pesto chicken flatbread with melted cheese and cherry tomatoes on baking sheet
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Delicious high-protein flatbread with tender chicken, fresh basil pesto, and melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners and ready in 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 pieces of flatbread (6–8 inch size, store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F using meat thermometer.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  4. Lay flatbreads on baking sheet and spread ¼ cup basil pesto evenly over each piece, leaving ½-inch border around edges.
  5. Distribute sliced chicken evenly over pesto, then sprinkle ¼ cup mozzarella cheese over each flatbread and add halved cherry tomatoes.
  6. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, edges golden brown. Optional: broil last 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely.
  8. Let cool 1-2 minutes, slice into quarters, and garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning for better browning and prevent soggy flatbread.
  • Let chicken rest 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices when slicing.
  • Fresh basil pesto provides the best flavor, but store-bought works well with a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Always use meat thermometer to verify 165°F internal temperature for food safety.
  • Watch carefully during broiling to prevent burning.

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