Baked Chicken Pepperoni

Baked Chicken Pepperoni

4 servings
Herbed chicken breasts are topped with spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices to be baked into this quick-and-easy dish.

Ingredients

  • oregano
    1 tsp
  • dried basil
    1 tsp
  • boneless

    skinless chicken breasts

    4
  • cooking spray
  • garlic

    chopped

    1 clove
  • jar spaghetti sauce
    1
  • package shredded mozzarella cheese
    1
  • slices turkey pepperoni
    24

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Rub oregano and basil over chicken breasts.

  3. 3

    Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook until browned and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side.

  4. 4

    Pour half of the spaghetti sauce into a large baking dish. Lay chicken breasts on top. Coat chicken with remaining spaghetti sauce. Scatter mozzarella cheese over sauce. Arrange 6 pepperoni slices over each chicken breast.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Baked Chicken Pepperoni

Baked Chicken Pepperoni

4.5(12)35 min4 servings418 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a hearty, satisfying dinner that’s simple to make yet packed with flavor? This Baked Chicken Pepperoni recipe delivers all the comfort of a classic Italian-American dish right to your table, with minimal fuss.

What makes this dish a weeknight hero is its clever layering of familiar tastes: tender chicken breast infused with herbs, rich spaghetti sauce, melty mozzarella, and savory pepperoni. It's a quick oven-baked solution that transforms everyday ingredients into a truly satisfying meal.

Prepare for a symphony of textures and flavors. You'll find succulent chicken breast, made fragrant with oregano and basil, nestled under a vibrant, tangy spaghetti sauce. A blanket of gooey, melted mozzarella cheese provides a creamy counterpoint, while slices of turkey pepperoni bake to a delightful crispness, adding a salty, slightly spicy kick. This dish is designed to be an easy, comforting centerpiece, offering a robust and familiar taste profile that appeals to everyone.

Want to personalize your Baked Chicken Pepperoni?

  • Feel free to adjust the amount of shredded mozzarella cheese to your liking for an extra cheesy experience.
  • While the recipe calls for turkey pepperoni, you could explore other varieties of pepperoni to suit your taste preference.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the spaghetti sauce for a subtle heat.

This easy Baked Chicken Pepperoni is a perfect candidate for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual family gathering. Serve it alongside a simple green salad, a side of your favorite pasta, or with warm, crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.

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