Pizza Stuffed Chicken – Melty Cheese, Pepperoni & Juicy Chicken Breast
🍕 Pizza Stuffed Chicken
Servings
2
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
30
minutesCalories
400
kcal🍕 Recipe Card Plugin Description:
Pizza night just got a high-protein upgrade! 🍕 This Pizza Stuffed Chicken is bursting with gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and zesty marinara, all inside juicy chicken breasts.
✅ Low-carb and packed with flavor
✅ Super easy to prep and bake
✅ Kid-friendly and great for meal prep
✅ Perfect for satisfying pizza cravings without the guilt!
📌 Pin this for later and bring pizza night to your dinner table—no crust required!
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts (butterflied or pounded thin)
12 slices pepperoni (plus extra for topping)
¼ cup marinara sauce (plus extra for dipping)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Directions
- Prep Chicken: Preheat oven to 375°F. Butterfly or pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Assemble Filling: Spread a tablespoon of marinara inside each chicken breast. Add mozzarella and pepperoni slices, then fold or roll up the chicken.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Bake: Transfer to baking dish. Top with extra cheese, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve: Serve hot with extra marinara for dipping.
Notes
- ✅ Swap mozzarella for provolone or cheddar for a different flavor.
✅ Use turkey pepperoni for a lighter option.
✅ Want extra crunch? Coat chicken in crushed pork rinds or breadcrumbs before baking.
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