Description
A restaurant-quality flatbread dish with crisp texture and balanced flavors. Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, herby pesto, and tender chicken create a perfect harmony of acidity, creaminess, and herbal tang in each bite.
Ingredients
Flatbread/Naan, 1 large
Basil Pesto, 1/4 to 1/2 cup
Cooked Chicken, 1-2 cups (shredded)
Mozzarella, 4-8 oz (sliced or pearls)
Tomatoes, 1 cup (halved cherry or sliced large)
Olive Oil, 1 tbsp
Balsamic Glaze, 1-2 tsp (optional)
Basil, fresh leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Place a baking sheet on the middle rack to preheat
Lay flatbread directly on the preheated baking sheet
Spread pesto evenly, leaving a 0.5-inch border
Layer shredded chicken over pesto
Top with mozzarella and tomatoes
Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy
Brush olive oil along edges
Garnish with fresh basil and balsamic glaze
Notes
Use pita as a gluten-free alternative if available
Add parchment paper to baking sheet for easy cleanup
Balsamic glaze can be omitted or substituted with honey if desired
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg