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Quick Crispy Pesto Chicken Flatbread

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A quick and easy flatbread recipe featuring crispy edges, flavorful pesto, tender cooked chicken, and melted cheeses, ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large flatbread (8–10 inches; naan or store-bought thin flatbread)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie or grilled chicken breasts)
  • 3 tablespoons pesto (store-bought or homemade Genovese style)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing flatbread edges)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  2. Place the flatbread on a baking sheet and brush the edges lightly with olive oil.
  3. Spread 3 tablespoons of pesto evenly over the flatbread, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
  4. Scatter 1 cup of shredded or diced cooked chicken evenly over the pesto.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup shredded mozzarella and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan over the chicken.
  6. If using, scatter ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes on top.
  7. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  8. Broil the flatbread for 5 to 7 minutes, watching carefully until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden, and edges are crisp.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow cheese to set.
  10. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Use pre-cooked chicken to keep cooking time short and tender. Brush olive oil on edges for crispy crust. Watch broiler closely to avoid burning. Let flatbread rest briefly after broiling for easier slicing. For vegan or vegetarian versions, substitute chicken with sautéed vegetables and use dairy-free cheese and pesto. Gluten-free flatbread can be used but watch broiling time as it may crisp faster.

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