Chipotle Chicken Flatbread Recipe

This crispy, creamy Chipotle Chicken Flatbread Recipe is made with tender rotisserie chicken, smoky bacon, and a garlic cream sauce, all ready in just 20 minutes. Watching that vibrant, spicy chipotle aioli hit the golden, bubbling cheese right out of the oven is the best part of the whole process. I love making this when I want that restaurant-style comfort food without leaving the house.

Restaurant-Quality At Home

I used to drive twenty minutes just to get this flatbread for lunch, until I realized how simple the components actually are. The secret isn’t some fancy equipment; it’s layering a quick homemade garlic white sauce under the cheese instead of just using plain olive oil or red sauce.

My first attempt failed because I used raw chicken that released too much water, making the bread soggy. I learned that using precooked rotisserie chicken and pre-baking the flatbread for just two minutes before topping ensures that perfect crispy snap in every bite.

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Chipotle Chicken Flatbread Recipe Ingredients

• Flatbreads: 2 large Naan breads or pre-made flatbread crusts.
• Chicken: 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (rotisserie works perfectly).
• Bacon: 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled.
• Cheese: 1.5 cups shredded Mozzarella or Fontina cheese.
• Tomatoes: 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved.
• Cilantro: 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped.

For the Garlic Cream Sauce:

• Butter: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter.
• Garlic: 2 cloves garlic, minced.
• Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream.
• Parmesan: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

For the Chipotle Aioli:

• Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup mayonnaise.
• Chipotle Peppers: 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from a can of chipotle peppers) or 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder.
• Lime: 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice.

How To Make Chipotle Chicken Flatbread Recipe

1. Prepare the Aioli: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, adobo sauce (or chipotle powder), and lime juice until smooth. Set this aside in the fridge to let the flavors meld.
2. Make the White Sauce: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then whisk in the heavy cream. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until smooth. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Flatbreads: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the flatbreads on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread the garlic cream sauce evenly over the flatbreads, leaving a small border for the crust.
4. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded Mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Top evenly with the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, and halved grape tomatoes.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the flatbread are golden brown.
6. Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven. Drizzle the reserved chipotle aioli over the hot flatbreads and garnish with fresh cilantro. Slice and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Use Naan for Texture: While you can use any flatbread, garlic naan provides a pillowy yet crispy texture that holds up best under the creamy sauce.
• Don’t Overload the Sauce: Keep the white sauce layer thin. If you add too much, the flatbread can get heavy and won’t crisp up properly in the oven.
• Spice Control: The heat lives in the aioli drizzle. If you are cooking for kids, simply leave the drizzle off their portion or serve it on the side.
• Room Temperature Cheese: Shred your own cheese from a block if possible. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting into that gooey, restaurant-style layer.

What To Serve With Chipotle Chicken Flatbread

This rich flatbread pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad tossed in a vinaigrette to cut through the creaminess of the sauce. For a true café-style meal, serve it alongside a cup of broccoli cheddar soup or a tomato basil bisque.

How To Store

These flatbreads are best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in an air fryer or oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to crisp the crust back up; microwaving will make the bread chewy and soft.

FAQs

• Can I use store-bought Alfredo sauce? Yes, to save time you can use a high-quality jarred Alfredo sauce instead of making the garlic cream sauce, though homemade has better flavor.
• Is this spicy? The chicken and white sauce are mild. The spice comes entirely from the chipotle aioli, so you can control the heat level easily.
• Can I make this in an air fryer? Absolutely. Cook at 375°F for 5-7 minutes, but make sure the flatbread fits flat in your basket without curling up.
• What chicken is best to use? Rotisserie chicken is the easiest option, but leftover grilled chicken or even canned chicken breast (drained well) works in a pinch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 680
• Total Fat: 42g
• Saturated Fat: 18g
• Cholesterol: 115mg
• Sodium: 1250mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 45g
• Protein: 32g