servings: 3
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup marinara (or pesto)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 oz pepperoni slices
- salt and pepper to taste
top crust:
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 tsp each onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano
- Preheat your oven to 425 or your air fryer to 400
- Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice your chicken breast in half lengthwise almost to the end but keeping it intact as one piece of chicken.
- You want a flap or book type situation. Season the inside of each piece with salt and pepper to taste.
- Then add in 2 tablespoons of marinara to the interior of each piece and spread out. Next add in 1/3 of the mozzarella and top with 7 slices of pepperoni.
- Fold the chicken flap over and press down.
- Season the to of the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the the grated parmesan and all spices until incorporated.
- Sprinkle this mixture evenly on all of the tops of the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes in your oven or 18-20 minutes in your air fryer.
- Thickest part of chicken should have an internal temperature of over 165
Calories: 389kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g