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Raw cheesy pizza stuffed chicken breast in a skillet.
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Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Transform your favorite takeout option into a healthy, high-protein, low-carb recipe with these easy homemade pizza stuffed chicken breasts!
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken pizza, pizza, pizza chicken, pizza stuffed chicken, pizza stuffed chicken breasts
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Author: Food Dolls

Ingredients

  • 3-4 chicken breasts about 6 ounces each
  • 1 Tablespoon dried Italian herbs divided
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder divided
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup turkey pepperoni slices
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the chicken on a cutting board, and use a sharp knife to slice down the center creating a pocket in each breast.
    3-4 chicken breasts
  • Sprinkle the Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the middle of the chicken. Add 2 Tablespoons of marinara sauce on top followed by 3-4 pepperoni slices and ¼-⅓ cup Mozzarella cheese.
    1 Tablespoon dried Italian herbs, 1 Tablespoon garlic powder, Kosher salt to taste, Black pepper to taste, 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce, 1 cup turkey pepperoni slices, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fold the chicken onto itself, and add more seasonings.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides just until browned.
    2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • Pour the remaining marinara on top followed by the cheese and pepperoni.
  • Bake uncovered 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve warm with extra Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 760kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 80g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 265mg | Sodium: 3208mg | Potassium: 1767mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1605IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 467mg | Iron: 6mg