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Golden baked pesto chicken flatbread with melted mozzarella cheese and cherry tomatoes fresh from the oven.

Pesto Chicken Flatbread

A delicious flatbread topped with fresh basil pesto, tender seasoned chicken, melted mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomatoes, baked until golden and crispy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. After resting, slice the chicken into thin strips.
  4. Lay out the flatbreads on a baking sheet. Spread a generous layer of fresh basil pesto over each piece of flatbread using the back of a spoon, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Distribute the sliced chicken evenly over the pesto-covered flatbreads. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken, add the halved cherry tomatoes, and finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Place the assembled flatbreads in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, lightly golden on top, and the edges of the flatbread are golden brown.
  7. For extra crispy edges, switch your oven to broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 to 2 minutes before slicing. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice into quarters or halves. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes to restore crispiness. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with grilled vegetables or tofu. You can also use rotisserie chicken to save time.