Ingredients for Pepperoni Chicken
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Pepperoni Chicken
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 cup breadcrumbs, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour 1 (24 ounce) jar of your favorite pasta sauce into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- Add the cooked chicken to the casserole dish.
- Top with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and chicken is heated through.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with spaghetti or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
89 g
Sugar
104g
Fat
62g
Carbs
17g
