1-Getting started: Getting started with this pizza chicken is as easy as following a few clear steps. First, preheat your oven to 400ºF and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to keep everything from sticking. This sets the stage for a smooth cooking process that takes about 40 minutes total.

2-Butterfly and layer chicken: Next, butterfly each of the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the middle without cutting all the way through, then open them like a book. On one side of each, layer 5 slices of pepperoni and 1 slice of the 4 ounces mozzarella cheese for that classic pizza feel.

3-Combine sauce and season: Combine the 3 cups tomato basil sauce or marinara with 1 clove minced garlic and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, then spoon about 1 tablespoon of this mix over the pepperoni and cheese on each breast. Carefully fold the chicken closed, place them in the baking dish, and pour the remaining sauce over the top.

4-Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top, then arrange the remaining 5 pepperoni slices over the cheese. Bake for around 25 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165ºF inside and there’s no pink left. Finish by garnishing with chopped fresh basil or parsley and serve right away for the best taste.