Chicken Caesar Flatbread (Print Version)

Crispy flatbread topped with grilled chicken, fresh romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, and parmesan cheese. Ready in 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Flatbread

01 - 2 large flatbreads (naan or pre-baked pizza crusts)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Chicken

03 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

09 - 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
10 - ½ cup Caesar dressing
11 - ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
12 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
13 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Brush flatbreads lightly with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
03 - In a mixing bowl, toss chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Grill chicken on preheated grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
05 - Bake flatbreads in preheated oven for 5–7 minutes until crisp and golden brown.
06 - Remove flatbreads from oven and allow to cool slightly.
07 - Toss chopped romaine lettuce with half of the Caesar dressing in a bowl.
08 - Top each warm flatbread with dressed lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, remaining Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, and cherry tomatoes if desired.
09 - Season with additional black pepper to taste. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in half an hour and tastes like something you'd order at a bistro.
  • The crispy flatbread base makes every bite feel indulgent without being heavy.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead or use rotisserie to save even more time.
  • It's equally great as a quick weeknight dinner or sliced up for a casual gathering.
02 -
  • Let the flatbreads cool for a minute or two before adding the lettuce or it will wilt from the heat and lose its crunch.
  • Slicing the chicken thinly makes it easier to eat and distributes the flavor more evenly across each piece.
  • Don't overdress the romaine in the bowl, you'll drizzle more Caesar on top and you want balance, not sogginess.
03 -
  • Grate your own parmesan fresh, the pre-grated stuff doesn't melt or taste nearly as good.
  • If your flatbreads are thicker, bake them a minute or two longer so they crisp up properly and don't turn chewy.
  • Resting the chicken after grilling is non-negotiable, it keeps the slices juicy and prevents all the flavor from running out onto the cutting board.
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