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Pizza Smothered Chicken

Enjoy juicy chicken topped with your favorite pizza flavors in this quick and easy family favorite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Easy, Pizza, Quick
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Italian dressing
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Your favorite pizza toppings

  • 1 cup pizza toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, sausage, peppers)

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Step 2: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into a greased baking dish.
  • Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the Italian dressing and pizza sauce.
  • Step 4: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
  • Step 5: Sprinkle your favorite pizza toppings over the chicken.
  • Step 6: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the chicken.
  • Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Step 8: Let it rest for a few minutes before serving warm.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for added flavor.
  • Pound chicken to a uniform thickness for even cooking.
  • Broil for a crispy topping if desired.