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Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Parm

A crispy, high protein pepperoni pizza chicken parm made in the air fryer with lean chicken breast, low fat mozzarella, and turkey pepperoni. Perfect for weight loss and muscle building goals without sacrificing flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crispy Chicken
  • 17 oz chicken breast, pounded slightly
  • 2 cups cornflakes, finely crushed
  • 1 egg
  • 70 g egg whites
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ¼ ground black pepper
  • ¼ oregano flakes
Tomato Sauce
  • ½ cup cup strained tomato passata
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp basil flakes
  • ¼ tsp oregano flakes
  • ¼ tsp no calorie granulated sugar substitute
  • ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
To Assemble
  • 6 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 100 g low fat mozzarella, shredded
  • 8 slices turkey pepperoni

Method
 

  1. Crush cornflakes until fine. Mix with garlic powder, salt, paprika, black pepper, and oregano.
  2. Pound chicken slightly for even thickness.
  3. Whisk egg and egg whites together in a bowl.
  4. Dip chicken into egg mixture, then coat in seasoned cornflakes. Repeat for a second coating.
  5. Place on a parchment lined air fryer rack. Air fry at 425 degrees F for about 12 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  6. Meanwhile, combine tomato passata and sauce seasonings in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  7. Top cooked chicken with sauce, mozzarella, and turkey pepperoni.
  8. Return to air fryer for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
  9. Optional: Broil on high for 2 to 5 minutes until bubbly and crispy.

Notes

  • Double coating the chicken ensures maximum crispiness.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F for 18 to 22 minutes if you do not have an air fryer.
  • Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting.
  • Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
 

Nutrition (Per Serving)

 
Calories: 580
Protein: 76 g