RestaurantsNU Kitchen WorcesterPesto Chicken Recipe

Pesto Chicken Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

All natural chicken or vegan chicken, pesto, sliced tomatoes, pickled red onions, spinach and melted mozzarella or vegan mozzarella grilled on flatbread

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Ingredients

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Protein

Flatbread

Method

Preparation

1

Prepare the Chicken

If using chicken breast, season both sides with salt and pepper. If using vegan chicken, ensure it is thawed and ready to cook.

2

Cook the Chicken

Grill or pan-fry the chicken over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C). If using vegan chicken, cook according to package instructions until heated through.

3

Slice the Chicken

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.

Assembly

4

Prepare Flatbread

Lay the flatbreads on a clean surface or baking sheet.

5

Spread Pesto

Evenly spread pesto sauce over each flatbread, covering the entire surface.

6

Add Chicken and Toppings

Place sliced chicken (or vegan chicken) on top of the pesto. Add sliced tomatoes, pickled red onions, and fresh spinach.

7

Add Cheese

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese (or vegan mozzarella) evenly over the toppings.

Grilling

8

Grill the Flatbreads

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Place the assembled flatbreads on the grill and cover. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the flatbread is toasted.

9

Serve

Remove the flatbreads from the grill and let cool for a minute. Slice into quarters and serve warm.

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