Tips for Success
Make-Ahead: Prepare the flatbread toppings in advance and store them in the fridge until ready to use. This makes assembling dinner even quicker on busy evenings. Get the Kids Involved – Let your little ones help assemble their own flatbreads by setting up a toppings bar with a variety of options. It’s a fun activity that encourages them to try new foods.
Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me! Chicken Pesto Flatbread is a game-changer for busy families and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike. Bulk prep chicken ahead of time and use homemade or store-bought pesto, these flatbreads come together in minutes. This flatbread isn’t just tasty; it’s also a balanced meal that covers all the food groups. With lean protein from the chicken, carbs from the flatbread, and healthy fats from the pesto and cheese, it provides a nutritious combination. And here’s how to make ANY flatbread or naan pizza! Now, if you want to try making pizza dough at home, you MUST try this super easy 2 ingredient dough protein pizza! You can turn it into regular or mini pizzas.
Vegetarian Option: Skip the chicken and load up your flatbread with an assortment of roasted veggies for a delicious meat-free alternative. Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flatbread or pizza crust to accommodate dietary restrictions. Pesto Sauce Variations: Experiment with different types of pesto, such as basil pesto, sun-dried tomato pesto, or zucchini pesto, to add unique flavor profiles to your flatbread. Dairy–Free: Feel free to use your favorite vegan cheese. Crust Options: Swap the flatbread for naan or a pita. You can also make your own dough!
Spread some pesto on toasted bread. As for the chicken, finely chop, shred, cut into big strips or bite sized pieces, depending on your baby’s age. For the mozzarella, slicing into thin rounds will minimize the risk of choking. Hold off on offering cherry tomatoes until 9 months of age. This is because they are cherry tomatoes and you MUST quarter them to minimize the risk. Quartered or small pieces of food require a pincer grasp which doesn’t develop until around 9 months of age (maybe 8 months for some). If your child is learning to accept mixed foods, serve this deconstructed along with a small piece of cooked flatbread pizza for exposure. For more examples, check out these EASY toddler lunch and dinner ideas. First assemble however many pizzas you want to make. Place on a sheet pan and freeze for 30-45 minutes, or until frozen solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
