Description
This Chicken Pesto Flatbread Pizza is a quick and delicious meal that combines tender grilled chicken breast, vibrant basil pesto, and melted mozzarella cheese on a crispy flatbread base. Ready in just 27 minutes, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
Breads
- 1 loaf of bread (sliced lengthwise in half)
Sauces & Seasonings
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the flatbread pizza.
- Cook the chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). This ensures the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest and slice chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for five minutes. Then slice it into strips for easy layering on the flatbread.
- Prepare the bread base: Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Place both halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Spread basil pesto generously across both halves, reserving two tablespoons to use later.
- Assemble the pizza: Layer the sliced chicken breast evenly over the pesto-covered bread halves. Spoon the reserved two tablespoons of pesto on top of the chicken slices to enhance the flavor.
- Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the assembled flatbreads. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the flatbread pizzas from the oven. Cut into pieces, then garnish with red pepper flakes and fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use store-bought pesto or homemade pesto for best flavor.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add sliced jalapeños.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, toast the bread lightly before adding toppings.
- Leftover flatbread pizza can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
