Crispy Pepperoni & Cheese Stuffed Chicken

So juicy, crispy and delicious. Thank you Spend With Pennies

 

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 oz. mozzarella cheese, finely diced

8-12 thin slices of pepperoni

1 large egg, beaten

1/2 cup all purpose flour

1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs

1/2 tsp each oregano & pepper

1/4 cup Olive Oil

• Preheat oven to 350F.
• Using a sharp knife, cut a slit in each chicken breast and move the knife around to create a pocket. You do not want to cut through the chicken, just to make a pocket.
• Stuff 1/4 of the cheese and the pepperoni slices into the pocket of each chicken breast.
• Secure with a toothpick.
• Set up 3 bowls, one with flour, one with egg and one with breadcrumbs & oregano/pepper.
• Dip each chicken breast in the flour, then the egg and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Ensure the oil is hot before placing the chicken or the result will be greasy.
• Fry the chicken breast for about 2 minutes per side or until brown and crispy.
• Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and continue baking about 25 minutes or until cooked through