Savory Pesto Chicken Flatbread with Mozzarella

Enjoy a quick and easy Pesto Chicken Flatbread with Mozzarella, perfect for dinner in 25 minutes!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Flatbread Base

2 pieces Naan or Flatbread Substitute with pita if needed.
2 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing flatbread.

For the Toppings

0.5 cups Basil Pesto Homemade makes it special.
1 cups Cooked Chicken Breast Shredded rotisserie chicken preferred.
1 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella offers a creamier texture.
0.25 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halved for sweetness.
2 tbsp Red Onion Thinly sliced.

For the Finish

to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential seasonings.
to taste Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
parchment paper
pastry brush
Spoon or Offset Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the naan or flatbreads on the lined baking sheet, brush a light layer of olive oil over each.
Spread the basil pesto evenly over each flatbread.
Layer the shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion on top.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and slice to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings as needed and use pre-cooked chicken for convenience.

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