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Chicken Pesto Pizza on Naan Bread

Chicken pesto pizza on naan bread - the image shows two flatbread pizzas on a wooden cutting board. the pizzas are topped with shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves. the chicken appears to be cooked and the tomatoes are bright red. the basil leaves are scattered around the pizzas, adding a pop of green color to the dish. the cutting board is placed on a dark grey countertop.

A quick and delicious chicken pesto pizza made on soft naan bread, topped with grilled chicken, fresh basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomatoes. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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2 pieces naan bread (about 6-7 inches each)
1/2 cup basil pesto
1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (about 6 leaves)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place the naan breads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush each naan bread lightly with olive oil.
Spread 1/4 cup of basil pesto evenly over each naan bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
Distribute the cooked chicken evenly over the pesto on each naan.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over each pizza.
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly on top of the cheese.
Season each pizza with salt and black pepper.
Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden brown.
Remove the pizzas from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Slice and serve immediately.