🍕 Pizza Chicken Bake – All the Flavour of Pizza, None of the Crust
Juicy chicken breasts topped with savoury marinara, melty mozzarella, and crispy pepperoni this fun, family-friendly bake delivers all the pizza flavour you love in a low-carb, high-protein package. It’s comfort food without the guilt.
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Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Keto-Friendly (use sugar-free sauce) | Pregnancy-Friendly
15 mins
25 mins
Easy
1
Sugars
5g
Kcal
460
Fibre
2g
Fat
25g
Protein
50g
Saturates
11g
Salt
1.8g
Carbs
8g
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Cooking time:
Prep time:
15 mins
Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Keto-Friendly (use sugar-free sauce) | Pregnancy-Friendly
Difficulty:
Serves:
25 mins
Easy
1
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5g
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50g
Salt
1.8g
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Prep time:
Cooking time:
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Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Keto-Friendly (use sugar-free sauce) | Pregnancy-Friendly
15 mins
25 mins
Easy
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Ingredients:
(Per serving)
• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast fillet (about 150–180g)
• ¼ tsp dried Italian seasoning (or pinch each dried oregano and basil)
• ⅛ tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of salt and pepper, to taste
• 60ml marinara or pizza sauce (use low-sugar for keto)
• 37g mozzarella cheese, shredded (or fresh slice)
• 4 slices pepperoni (about 12–13g)
• ½ tbsp olive oil (for searing)
• ½ tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Fresh basil leaves or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat chicken dry and season with Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pound to even thickness if needed.
2. (Optional) Sear chicken in olive oil for 2 mins per side until golden. Transfer to baking dish if not using an oven-safe pan.
3. Spoon marinara over each piece of chicken (about 1/4 cup per breast). Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and Parmesan if using.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 74°C and cheese is golden and bubbly. Broil for 1–2 mins at end for crispiness.
5. Let rest 5 mins. Garnish with basil or parsley. Serve with salad, steamed broccoli, or zucchini noodles.
Healthy Swaps & Tips:
• Cheese Options: Use part-skim mozzarella for lower fat. Add pizza toppings like mushrooms, olives, or bell pepper sparingly.
• Marinara Tip: Choose sugar-free or low-carb marinara. Look for ~4g net carbs per 1/2 cup.
• Flavour Variations: Try BBQ sauce + cheddar + bacon, or Buffalo sauce + jalapeños + cheddar for a twist.
• Thighs Instead: Use boneless chicken thighs for juicier results. They cook quicker – check at 18–20 mins.
• Casserole Style: Slice chicken and layer in dish with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. Bake as a layered casserole.
Storage & Meal Prep:
• Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 180°C for best results, or microwave.
• Freezable: Freeze cooked portions up to 2 months. Reheat covered in oven or microwave.
• Make Ahead: Assemble chicken with toppings in advance and refrigerate. Bake when ready to eat (may need extra bake time).
Ideal For:
• Families with picky eaters
• Low-carb comfort food lovers
• Quick, satisfying midweek meals
• Kids who love pizza but need a healthier twist