Pesto Chicken Burrata Toast (Printable)

Crusty sourdough topped with basil pesto, sliced chicken, and creamy burrata cheese. Ready in 25 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ For the Toast

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For the Chicken

03 - 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast (approximately 7 ounces)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Assembly

08 - 4 tablespoons basil pesto
09 - 2 balls burrata cheese (approximately 3.5 ounces each), drained
10 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
11 - Crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Brush both sides of the sourdough slices with olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
03 - While the bread toasts, season the chicken breast with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes, then slice thinly.
05 - Spread 1 tablespoon pesto on each toasted sourdough slice.
06 - Arrange sliced chicken evenly over the pesto layer.
07 - Tear each burrata ball in half and place one half on top of each toast.
08 - Garnish with fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get restaurant-quality elegance with about fifteen minutes of actual work
  • The contrast between warm crisp bread and cool creamy cheese makes every bite interesting
  • It scales perfectly from solo lunch to impressive appetizer for friends
02 -
  • The bread must be completely crisp or the pesto will make it soggy within minutes
  • Slice the chicken against the grain for tender pieces that do not fall apart when you bite
  • Let the burrata come to room temperature while the chicken cooks for the best texture
03 -
  • Drain the burrata on paper towels for ten minutes before using to prevent excess moisture
  • Toast the bread a minute longer than you think necessary—it will soften slightly as it cools
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