Pepperoni-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

INGREDIENTS

• 4 chicken breasts
• 12 slices pepperoni
• 1/2 c shredded Mozzarella
• 1/4 c panko
• 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning, mortared

PREPARATION

1. Heat oven to 400.
2. Line baking sheet with foil.
3. Cut pocket into each breast.
4. Place 3 pepperoni slices and 2 Tbsp cheese in each breast pocket; press edges to seal.
5. Place chicken on cookie sheet.
6. Spray chicken with cooking spray.
7. Combine panko and Italian seasoning; sprinkle evenly over breasts.
8. Bake until chicken is 165 -- about 20-30 minutes.

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-- JMag Guthrie - 2015-01-08