Chicken Pesto Flatbread With Ground Chicken
If you're craving a simple and tasty meal, my Easy Chicken Pesto Flatbread is perfect for you! Made with ground chicken, pesto, and ready-made naan bread, this flatbread is a great option for fast after-school snacks or a quick dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground chicken
- 2 naan flatbreads
- 1/2 cup mozzarella shredded
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup pesto homemade or store bought
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- salt as needed
- red pepper flakes optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large pan over medium-low heat, add olive oil.
- When ready, add the ground chicken and crumble it up with a wooden spoon. Let it cook for about 3 minutes and add the dried herbs and a touch of salt.The chicken will be done when it is no longer pink. Set aside when done.
- Place the 2 flatbreads on a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Spread half of the pesto on each one. Then divide the chicken between the flatbreads as well. Then add the layer of cheese.
- Place in the oven for about 7-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Notes
Notes:
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover flatbread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or the microwave.
Helpful tips
- Use gluten-free flatbread or dairy free cheese if you have allergies.
- 8 ounces of ground chicken is enough for 2 flatbreads, You can cook the whole 16 ounces and reserve the unused portion for breakfast or to throw on top of veggies for an easy dinner.
- If using leftover chicken, cut into small pieces.
- You can find flatbreads in the bakery section of your local grocery store.
- Pita bread is a great option for flatbreads.
Nutrition
Calories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 17gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 496mgPotassium: 354mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 730IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 141mgIron: 2mg
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