Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Fingers Recipe

Name: Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Fingers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces sliced pepperoni (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 large eggs; Kosher salt; Cooking spray; 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts, each cut into 8 strips; 1 cup marinara sauce; 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1 ounce)

Servings: persons

3 ounces sliced pepperoni (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large eggs
Kosher salt
Cooking spray
2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts, each cut into 8 strips
1 cup marinara sauce
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1 ounce)

1
Make the chicken fingers: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Pulse the pepperoni in a food processor until finely chopped.
2
Transfer to a shallow dish and combine with the Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs and olive oil.
3
In a separate shallow dish, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt.
4
Set a rack on a baking sheet; coat the rack with cooking spray.
5
Add the chicken to the egg mixture and toss to coat.
6
Remove the chicken from the egg mixture, shaking off any excess, then coat with the pepperoni breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
7
Place the strips on the prepared rack and coat generously with cooking spray.
8
Bake until cooked through and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce: Combine the marinara sauce and mozzarella in a microwave-safe bowl.
10
Just before serving, microwave in 30-second intervals until the sauce is hot and the cheese melts.
11
Stir to combine.
12
Serve with the chicken fingers.
13
Photograph by Ryan Dausch

280

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces sliced pepperoni (about 1/2 cup), 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Fingers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Fingers

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