Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce
Craving a flavor-packed meal? Try Skillet Chicken with Spicy Pepperoni Sauce! This easy weeknight dinner is loaded with savory ingredients that meld perfectly together. With tender chicken and a tangy sauce, it’s a dish your family will love. Make it tonight for a satisfying and delicious experience!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Skillet
- Chef's Knife
- Saucepan
- Large Pot
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 Cooking spray
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 20 slices Pepperoni, coarsely chopped
- 1.5 cups Tomato pasta sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1.5 pounds Chicken breast tenderloins
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup Reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat broiler to high.
- Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add garlic and pepperoni; cook 2 minutes or until garlic begins to brown, stirring frequently.
- Add dried oregano; cook 30 seconds. Add tomato sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in basil.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. Sprinkle chicken with black pepper. Add chicken to skillet; cook 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned, turning after 3 minutes and cook until chicken juices run clear.
- Spoon sauce over chicken; sprinkle evenly with cheese. Broil 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
Notes
- Tip 1: Use any pasta sauce you like; I recommend healthy low-sodium marinara sauce or a roasted garlic.
- Tip 2: Leave out red pepper flakes if cooking for kids, or if you don't enjoy spicy food.