This Chicken Caesar Pesto Flatbread recipe combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with the convenience of flatbread. It’s a delicious chicken recipe that’s perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
With a crispy flatbread base topped with grilled chicken, fresh greens, and a flavorful pesto dressing, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Quick and Tasty Chicken Caesar Pesto Flatbread
This flatbread features grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, and a creamy Caesar dressing, all drizzled with pesto for an extra burst of flavor. The recipe takes about 25 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of flatbread or naan
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and bake for about 5 minutes until slightly crispy.
- Mix the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken breast with Caesar dressing. Toss until the chicken is well coated.
- Assemble the Flatbreads: Remove the flatbreads from the oven. Spread the pesto evenly over each flatbread. Top with the dressed chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake Again: Return the flatbreads to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with cherry tomatoes if desired, and slice into pieces. Serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 flatbreads
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
