Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce Recipe

Name: Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 20 slices Pepperoni; 1/4 teaspoons Dried Oregano; 1- 1/2 cup Healthy Tomato Pasta Sauce (marinara Is Good); 1/2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Chopped; 2 teaspoons Olive Oil; 1- 1/2 pound Chicken Breast Tenderloins; 1/4 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1 cup Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese

Servings: persons

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Preheat broiler to high.
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Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Coat pan with cooking spray.
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Add garlic and pepperoni; cook 2 minutes or until garlic begins to brown, stirring frequently.
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Add oregano; cook 30 seconds.
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Add tomato sauce; bring to a boil.
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Add red pepper flakes.
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Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat; stir in basil.
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Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add oil.
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Sprinkle chicken with pepper.
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Add chicken to skillet; cook 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned, turning after 3 minutes and cook until chicken juices run clear.
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Spoon sauce over chicken; sprinkle evenly with cheese.
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Broil 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

198

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 20 slices Pepperoni, 1/4 teaspoons Dried Oregano, 1- 1/2 cup Healthy Tomato Pasta Sauce (marinara Is Good), and more.

Yes, Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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