Pepperoni and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 F. Wrap each string cheese stick with 2 slices of pepperoni, covering the entire thing.

2. 2

   Set aside.

3. 3

   Cut into the thickest part of the chicken breast to create a deep pocket with an opening of 3 to 4 inches.

4. 4

   Tuck the cheese and pepperoni roll in the top of the slit and roll it in half while tucking.

5. 5

   (Once you do this you will see what I mean).

6. 6

   Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Mix panko, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a baking dish and set aside.

8. 8

   Beat 2 eggs in another bowl.

9. 9

   Dredge chicken in the eggs one at a time then place it in the breadcrumb mixture coating each entirely.

10. 10

    Transfer chicken to a parchment lined baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake on the lowest rack in the oven at 400 F until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160 F. This should take about 30 minutes.

12. 12

    Remove chicken from the oven and let it rest 5 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.