Fresh, cheesy
This Easy Chicken Caprese Flatbread is a fresh, flavor-packed dinner that looks fancy but comes together fast. Juicy chicken, melty mozzarella, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant basil are layered on a crispy flatbread and finished with a balsamic drizzle for that classic Caprese touch. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, casual entertaining, or a light summer meal when you don’t want to turn dinner into a big project. Simple ingredients, bold flavor, and minimal prep make this flatbread a total Pinterest favorite.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 2–4 (depending on appetite)
📝 Ingredients
- 2 flatbreads or naan breads
- 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or diced
- 1½ cups shredded or fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken. Toss cooked chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble flatbreads. Place flatbreads on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with mozzarella, then add chicken and tomatoes evenly 😊
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden ✨🧀
- Finish fresh. Remove from oven, top with basil leaves, and drizzle with balsamic glaze 🍅🌿
- Slice & serve warm.
💡 Pro Tips
- Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Extra flavor: Add a light drizzle of pesto before baking.
- Crispier crust: Bake flatbreads directly on the oven rack for the last 2 minutes.
- Storage: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.