Description
These Crispy Baked Pepperoni Chicken Rolls are stuffed with melty mozzarella and savory pepperoni, then baked until golden and topped with warm marinara sauce. An easy Italian-inspired chicken dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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20–24 slices pepperoni
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1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese (or mozzarella)
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 large eggs
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1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup marinara sauce
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Cooking spray
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray an 11 x 9-inch baking dish or sheet pan with cooking spray.
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Set up three shallow bowls:
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Bowl 1: flour and Italian seasoning
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Bowl 2: whisked eggs
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Bowl 3: breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan
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Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ¼-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Layer pepperoni and shredded cheese over each chicken breast. Sprinkle with parsley.
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Roll up chicken tightly, tucking in sides as needed.
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Dip each roll into flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat.
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Place seam-side down in prepared dish.
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Bake for 25 minutes.
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Spoon marinara sauce over each roll and return to oven for 5 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Secure with toothpicks if needed to keep rolls closed.
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For extra crispiness, lightly spray the tops with cooking spray before baking.
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Mozzarella, provolone, or Italian blend cheese all work well.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: BAKED
- Cuisine: ITALIAN INSPIRED