Pizza Style Chicken

Indulge in the bold, comforting flavors of "Pizza Style Chicken," a low-carb twist on the classic pizza night favorite. This recipe transforms tender, juicy chicken breasts into a canvas for your favorite pizza toppings, including marinara sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, savory Parmesan, and crispy pepperoni slices. Infused with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, these skillet-seared chicken breasts are oven-baked to cheesy perfection, creating a dish that's both satisfying and easy to prepare. In just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this one-pan meal is a family-friendly option perfect for busy weeknights or guilt-free comfort food cravings. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a complete dinner packed with flavor and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 12 pieces Pepperoni slices
• 6 pieces Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 3

Rub each chicken breast with olive oil, then sprinkle on both sides with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and spread 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the top of each chicken breast.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the marinara-covered chicken.

Step 7

Place 3 slices of pepperoni on each chicken breast, arranged to cover as much of the surface as possible.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your pizza-inspired meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1152.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2132.4

Total Fat 103.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 732.7mg	0%
Sodium 4737.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 262.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 1170.2mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1949.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 51.1%

Carbs: 3.4%