Chicken and Pesto Toast Rounds Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This Chicken and Pesto Toast Rounds Recipe is a delightful appetizer or light meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant pesto on crispy toast. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner.

The recipe features easy-to-follow steps and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy this flavorful chicken recipe that is sure to impress your guests.

Easy Chicken and Pesto Toast Rounds

These toast rounds are topped with a mixture of shredded chicken and pesto, creating a delicious bite-sized treat. The recipe takes about 25 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/4 cup pesto sauce
8 slices of baguette or crusty bread
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Bread: Arrange the slices of baguette on a baking sheet. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
Mix Chicken and Pesto: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with pesto sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Toast Rounds: Spoon the chicken and pesto mixture onto each slice of bread. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve warm.