Mediterranean Garlic Herb Chicken Flatbread with Lemon Drizzle

Mediterranean Garlic Herb Chicken Flatbread with Lemon Drizzle

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Flatbread

• 2–4 flatbreads or naan

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

• ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

Toppings

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• ¼ red onion (thinly sliced)

• ½ cucumber (sliced or diced)

• ¼ cup olives (optional)

• Fresh parsley or basil (chopped)

Lemon Drizzle Sauce

• ½ cup Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small garlic clove (grated)

• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken
   In a bowl mix olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add chicken slices and coat well. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken
   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.

3. Prepare the Flatbread
   Place flatbreads on a baking tray. Sprinkle mozzarella and feta cheese on top.

4. Add Chicken
   Spread the cooked garlic herb chicken evenly over the flatbread.

5. Bake
   Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 8–10 minutes until the cheese melts.

6. Make Lemon Drizzle
   Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, and salt until smooth.

7. Assemble
   Remove flatbread from oven. Add tomatoes, onion, cucumber, olives, and fresh herbs. Drizzle the lemon yogurt sauce over the top.

8. Serve
   Slice and serve warm.

Q&A

Q: Can I use store-bought rotisserie chicken?
Yes. Simply shred it and toss with garlic, olive oil, oregano, and lemon before adding to the flatbread.

Q: What flatbread works best?
Naan, pita, or any Mediterranean-style flatbread works great.

Q: Can I make it healthier?
Use whole-wheat flatbread, low-fat Greek yogurt, and add extra veggies like spinach or arugula.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Q: Can this be made in an air fryer?
Yes. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 5–6 minutes until cheese melts and edges are crispy.