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Mexican Chicken Flatbread

Mexican Chicken Flatbread: A Flavorful Twist on Taco Night

Enjoy a Mexican Chicken Flatbread featuring juicy chicken and melty cheese, topped with zesty elote sauce for a delightful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flatbread
  • 1 piece Pre-made Pizza Crust Feel free to use homemade dough for an extra touch of love.
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Consider green enchilada sauce for a milder experience.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with Monterey Jack if you prefer a different melt.
  • 1 cup Shredded Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or Cheddar Cheese Mix and match for delightful flavor.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Breast Rotisserie chicken cuts down on prep time.
  • 1 small Diced Red Onion Use green onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Canned or frozen corn works beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup Queso Fresco or Cotija Cheese Feta is a suitable substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Feel free to omit if cilantro isn't your favorite.
For the Elote Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Try Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Always opt for fresh juice for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to your spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Evenly spread the red enchilada sauce over the pizza crusts.
  4. Layer with shredded mozzarella, Colby Jack or Cheddar, diced red onion, shredded chicken, and corn kernels.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
  6. Let it cool on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
  7. Mix together mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder for the elote sauce.
  8. Slice the flatbread into wedges, drizzle with elote sauce, and garnish with queso fresco and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable for various dietary preferences including vegetarian and gluten-free options.

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