Chicken Pepperoni

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A comforting one-pan dinner combining tender chicken, spicy pepperoni, and rich tomato sauce.
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This Chicken Pepperoni dish is a rustic, comfort-food favorite that merges the savory richness of Italian meats with the tenderness of chicken. The chicken is coated in seasoned flour and browned before simmering in a robust tomato sauce infused with the salty, spicy kick of pepperoni. As it cooks, the sauce thickens into a delicious gravy that clings to every bite. It’s an easy weeknight meal that feels hearty and satisfying. Serve it over warm pasta for a complete, home-style dinner that the whole family will love. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish with deep, savory flavors and a perfect texture.

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Chicken Pepperoni

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 456.4

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This Chicken Pepperoni dish is a rustic, comfort-food favorite that merges the savory richness of Italian meats with the tenderness of chicken. The chicken is coated in seasoned flour and browned before simmering in a robust tomato sauce infused with the salty, spicy kick of pepperoni. As it cooks, the sauce thickens into a delicious gravy that clings to every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy weeknight meal that feels hearty and satisfying. Serve it over warm pasta for a complete, home-style dinner that the whole family will love. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish with deep, savory flavors and a perfect texture.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Dice the pepperoni into small 1/4-inch cubes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the diced pepperoni.
  3. Cook the pepperoni until the fat has rendered and it is mostly degreased, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the cooked pepperoni from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pan.
  5. Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Place the flour in a shallow bowl and toss the chicken pieces until evenly coated.
  7. Add the flour-coated chicken to the skillet with the reserved pepperoni fat (add a little olive oil if needed).
  8. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, about 4-5 minutes.
  9. Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set aside with the pepperoni.
  10. Stir the tomato sauce into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  11. Return the chicken and pepperoni to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  12. Pour in 1/3 to 1/2 cup of water to create enough liquid to cover the meat.
  13. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  14. Simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  15. Meanwhile, cook the pasta noodles according to package instructions and drain.
  16. Serve the chicken and pepperoni sauce over a bed of hot pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 456.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.1g21%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 118.9mg40%
Sodium 1531.2mg64%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g12%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g17%
Sugars 7.4g
Protein 46.5g93%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, pepperoni, tomato sauce, italian, comfort food, one pan, easy dinner, family meal, simmered, pasta topping, spicy, savory, weeknight, homestyle, meat, protein
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