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Easy Chicken Caprese Flatbread Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes!)

Easy Chicken Caprese Flatbread

This easy chicken caprese flatbread is a perfect weeknight meal that feels special but takes almost no effort. Ready in about 30 minutes, it features a crispy flatbread layered with savory pesto, tender chicken, melted mozzarella, and sweet cherry tomatoes. A final drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh basil brings the vibrant flavors of summer to your table any night of the year.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 large naan or other sturdy flatbreads
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil, for brushing
  • 1/2 cup of your favorite store-bought or homemade basil pesto
  • 1 1/2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded or diced
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella, either sliced into rounds or torn into small pieces
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, chopped or torn
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze, for drizzling
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the flatbreads on a large baking sheet.
  2. Brush the entire surface of each flatbread lightly with olive oil. This helps them get extra crispy and golden in the oven.
  3. Spread the basil pesto evenly over each flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Scatter the shredded chicken evenly over the pesto. Next, arrange the fresh mozzarella pieces and halved cherry tomatoes on top. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes. You'll know it's done when the flatbread is golden brown and crispy at the edges, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove the flatbreads from the oven. Let them cool for just a minute before topping with the fresh basil and a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the plain flatbreads on the oven rack for 2-3 minutes before adding toppings. Avoid overloading the flatbread, as too many toppings can release moisture and make the crust soggy. Wait to add the fresh basil and balsamic glaze until after the flatbread comes out of the oven to keep their flavors bright and fresh.