Description
Low Carb Pizza Stuffed Chicken is a cheesy and flavorful chicken dinner stuffed with pizza sauce, mozzarella, and turkey pepperoni, then baked until juicy and golden for a satisfying low-carb meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20 slices turkey pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting completely through.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Stuff each chicken breast with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and turkey pepperoni slices.
- Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the chicken.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sugar pizza sauce for fewer carbs.
- Add mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers inside for extra pizza flavor.
- Secure the filling well to prevent cheese leakage.
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American