Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breasts – a delicious recipe with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, extra-virgin olive oil, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, chicken breasts. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
In a bowl, stir together 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the pepperoni.
2
Place each chicken breast, smooth-side-up, on a work surface.
3
Place the palm of one hand on top of one breast, then insert a pairing knife to make a length-wise pocket in each breast.
4
Divide the mozzarella filling between the breasts, stuffing them full.
5
Rub the chicken with the oil, then season all over with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
6
Divide the tomato sauce over the tops of the breasts, spreading evenly, then sprinkle with additional mozzarella.
7
Preheat the oven to 425F.
8
Place the chicken breasts on an oiled baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
9
Let stand 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
290
kcal
Calories
13
g
Fat
4
g
Carbs
40
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus additional for sprinkling, 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, Kosher salt, and more.
Yes, Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breasts 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.
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