Baked Chicken Pesto Flatbread
This diabetes-friendly chicken pesto flatbread features a delightful combination of tender chicken, tangy artichoke hearts, and juicy tomatoes atop a crisp flatbread. With its vibrant flavours and balanced ingredients, it's a perfect 5 ingredient lunch or dinner option that can be ready in 15 minutes or less.
Servings: 1
Calories: 389.5kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pita whole wheat
- 2 tbsp pesto sauce store-bought
- ½ cup chicken cooked and chopped
- ¼ cup artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
Equipment
- Baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the pita bread on a baking sheet and spread a thin layer of pesto sauce evenly over top.1 pita, 2 tbsp pesto sauce
- Evenly distribute the cooked chicken over the pesto-covered pita bread, followed by the artichoke hearts and cherry tomato.½ cup chicken, ¼ cup artichoke hearts, ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pita bread is crispy and the toppings are heated through.
- Remove from the oven, slice, and serve immediately.
Cooking Tips
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh artichoke hearts and cherry tomatoes for the best flavour.
- Pre-Cook Chicken: Ensure the chicken is pre-cooked and chopped to save time.
- Even Layer of Pesto: Spread the pesto sauce evenly to ensure each bite has a burst of flavour.
- Customize Toppings: Feel free to add other diabetes-friendly vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- Crispier Flatbread: For a crispier base, bake the pita bread alone for a few minutes before adding the toppings.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Baked Chicken Pesto Flatbread
Amount per Serving
Calories
389.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
14.2
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
2.5
g
16
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Cholesterol
50.4
mg
17
%
Sodium
550
mg
24
%
Potassium
753.9
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
42.9
g
14
%
Fiber
7.6
g
32
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
25.5
g
51
%
Vitamin C
24.8
mg
30
%
Vitamin D
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
94.7
mg
9
%
Iron
3.4
mg
19
%
Magnesium
100.3
mg
25
%
Zinc
1.7
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.