
Keto Pepperoni Pizza Chicken is a wonderful low-carb version. We can enjoy our favorite comfort food with all the pleasures of a traditional pizza without the added carbohydrates. This pizza is made with succulent chicken breasts that are grilled till brown and then topped with melted mozzarella, keto marinara, and crispy pepperoni slices. This Keto Pepperoni Pizza Chicken is very delicious so everyone in the family will love to have this pizza, whether they are following the keto diet or not. We can easily customize this pizza according to our liking and add the chicken, turkey, bacon, or lots of veggies we want to have. It has all the flavors you want in a pizza: cheesy, delicious, and bursting with flavor. This pizza is storage-friendly, and it also reheats well, which makes it a convenient and delicious way to use leftovers all week long.
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STATS:
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Prep Time: Ten mins
- Serving Size: 1
- Cook Time: Twenty-five mints.
- Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Course: Dinner / Main
- Diet: Keto / Low-Carb / Gluten-Free
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking dish
- Skillet
- Knife
- Spatula
- Chopping board
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 without bone and skin chicken breasts
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- One tsp. Italian seasonin
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16–20 slices of pepperoni
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- One tsp. garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
- Fresh basil or parsley
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- We can slice the chicken into equal pieces to cook the chicken evenly. The chicken will cook through without becoming dry by doing this.
KETO MARINARA SAUCE:
- We can use a keto-friendly, sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the carbohydrates low. Make sure to read the labels of store-bought marinara sauces because many of them have additional sugar.
SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- We can use the fresh, shredded mozzarella to make the tastiest, melting, gooey topping. You can also add provolone or Parmesan cheese for extra taste.
PEPPERONI:
- We can choose uncured or nitrate-free varieties to keep pepperoni as clean as possible for the keto diet. You can also use chicken or turkey pepperoni for a lower-fat option.
SEASONING:
- You can change the Italian seasoning or add additions like garlic powder for more taste or crushed red pepper flakes for spice to create a unique flavor profile.
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INSTRUCTION:
- Turn the oven on to 400°F.
- We can use Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to season chicken breasts.
- We can warm the the olive oil in a pan on moderate-high heat to sear the chicken.
- Add chicken and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Cover with marinara, and then cover with a layer of mozzarella cheese and pepperoni pieces.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese are melted and bubbling and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- We can top the pizza with parsley or basil and we can serve the pizza warm.
TIPS:
- We can use a meat thermometer to avoid the chicken from being overdone.
- You can place sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or olives underneath the cheese layer for added benefits.
- We can broil the last two to three minutes of the pepperoni to make it crispier.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can place the pizza slices in the sealed container and store these slices for 4 days
FREEZER:
- We can wrap the individual slices of pizza in the plastic wrap and store them for 2 months.
REHAET:
- We can thaw the slice of pizza in the fridge for the whole night, then place it in the microwave to warm up.
FAQs:
Is this pepperoni pizza chicken low in carbs?
- Yes, this pepperoni pizza chicken is low in carbs, and it comprises 3g net carbs and 1g fiber per slice of pizza.
Will we store this pepperoni pizza chicken?
- Yes, we can store this pepperoni pizza chicken in the box and store this pizza in the fridge for 4 days or 2 months in the freezer as well.
Can I make this pizza with chicken thigh?
- Yes, we can make this pepperoni pizza chicken with the chicken thigh, but we have to increase the time of cooking time because it takes slightly longer.
Is this pepperoni pizza chicken spicy?
- No, this pepperoni pizza chicken is not spicy, but you can add the crushed red pepper for the spiciness.
What can we serve with this pepperoni pizza chicken?
- We can serve the zucchini noodles, green salad, or cauliflower rice with this pepperoni pizza chicken.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 420 kcal
Total Carbs: 4g
Net Carbs: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 43g
Fat: 24g
Sodium: 860mg
Potassium: 620mg
Calcium: 180mg
Iron: 1.1mg
Vitamin A: 750 IU