Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Flatbread (Printable version)
Vibrant flatbread with lemon-herb chicken, creamy feta, cherry tomatoes, olives, and fresh arugula for a quick Mediterranean-inspired meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Flatbread and Toppings
09 - 2 large flatbreads or naan
10 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
16 - 1 cup baby arugula
17 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
18 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# How to Prepare:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, turn to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor penetration.
02 - Set oven to 425°F for baking the assembled flatbreads.
03 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to cutting board, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
04 - Combine Greek yogurt and chopped fresh dill in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until uniformly blended.
05 - Arrange flatbreads on a large baking sheet. Spread each evenly with dill yogurt mixture. Distribute sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta across both flatbreads.
06 - Place baking sheet in preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until flatbread edges become crisp and toppings are thoroughly heated.
07 - Remove flatbreads from oven. Scatter fresh baby arugula over the surface, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and season with freshly ground black pepper.
08 - Cut each flatbread into wedges or strips and serve immediately while warm.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The bright lemon marinade makes the chicken incredibly juicy and flavorful
- Everything comes together in under 45 minutes with minimal cleanup
02 -
- Let the chicken rest before slicing or the juices will escape and the meat will dry out
- Add the arugula after baking so it stays fresh and peppery
03 -
- Marinate the chicken up to 4 hours ahead for deeper flavor
- Grill the chicken outdoors for a smoky element if weather permits