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Pizza Chicken Meal Prep Recipe

You may not be able to eat pizza every day, but you definitely can enjoy this Pizza Chicken Meal Prep!

Pizza Chicken. You’re looking at us funny, we can feel it. Hear us out, because this meal prep recipe just might blow your mind (and your tastebuds!). Let’s be honest, we would all eat pizza every day if we could, right? But all those calories and empty carbs are unfortunately not a great complement to your killer gym workout. But we’re big believers in everything in moderation here at MPOF! So what’s a pie lover to do? Pizza Chicken, of course! This meal prep recipe is all of the things you love about pizza: rich tomato sauce, perfect Italian spices, delicious runny cheese, even mini pepperoni. But instead of carb-heavy crust, we’re putting all of that goodness on top of a perfectly cooked chicken breast!

There used to be nothing better than a tender, juicy chicken breast straight out of the oven. But then we made that tender, juicy chicken breast into Chicken Pizza- and, um, that is definitely better. Because this homemade Pizza Chicken recipe comes together in no time at all (only 26 minutes from start to finish), it’s quick enough for a weeknight family dinner and has definitely become part of the regular rotation in the MPOF houses. Plus it’s kid approved, and gluten-free to boot! Serve yours on top of a fresh mixed green salad or with a side of steamed veggies for a nutritionally complete meal. We love ours with broccoli (shown below)- the crunch of a hearty vegetable is the perfect complement to rich, gooey Pizza Chicken.

So when your craving for pizza kicks in (sometimes daily for us!) you can satisfy it with this protein-packed, low carb meal prep recipe that can be made for less than $4! Check out the video below to see for yourself how easy it is to put this Pizza Chicken together.

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Pizza Chicken Meal Prep Ingredients:
1 pound chicken breast
½ cup pizza sauce
1 ½ tablespoon pizza seasoning
4 oz mozzarella cheese
2 oz pepperoni, optional
2 cups broccoli, steamed

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Pizza Chicken Meal Prep

You may not be able to eat pizza every day, but you definitely can enjoy this Pizza Chicken Meal Prep!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 16 minutes minutes

Total Time: 26 minutes minutes

Course: Lunch, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken, Pizza

Servings: 4 meals

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Meal Prep on Fleek

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chicken Breast
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • 1 ½ tbsp. pizza seasoning
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese
  • 2 oz pepperoni
  • 2 cups Broccoli steamed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F

  • Place chicken on a baking sheet and top with pizza sauce and pizza seasoning

  • Bake for 8-10 minutes

  • Remove from the oven and top chicken with mozzarella cheese and additional seasoning, if desired

  • Bake for an additional 6 minutes

  • Remove from the oven and add pepperoni, if using

  • Return to the oven until chicken is done cooking

  • Serve with steamed broccoli

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Notes

WW Smart Points= Green:8 Blue:6 Purple:6

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Nutrition for 1 out of 4 meals including pepperoni and broccoli:

8g Carbs, 15g Fat, 35g Protein

Nutrition

Serving: 1meal | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g

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  1. Hello, first I'd like to thank you for sharing this super tasty recipe qith us. What I need to know is how long do you keep the chicken in the oven until chicken is done cooking (after adding the pepperoni)? Thanks!

    1. HI Bianca - the time would depend on how large your pieces of chicken are. It is recommended to cook until an internal temperature of 165 degrees F for chicken.

  2. How many calories do you think this is per meal?

      1. what brand of pizza sauce? just want to make sure i have accurate amounts for the nutritional info!
        thanks!

        1. Hi Holly - we just input a generic brand when calculating the macros since all products we
          use are not available world wide. To keep the carbs as low as possible, we would recommend
          a pizza sauce with no more than 8g of carbs per serving.

  3. I used thicker breasts so I adjusted the cook time. I cooked them at 425 naked for 15 minutes, then added the sauce, pepperoni, spices (I also added garlic salt), and cheese. I put them in for another 5 minutes and they came out perfectly. They're moist and flavorful

    1. That's great, Julie! Thank you so much for sharing! We are so happy you tried the recipe. Have a great day!

  4. 8g of carbs or net carbs?

    1. Hi Laura - No. That is total carbs, not net carbs.

  5. Can this be frozen? Would I freeze before or after cooking?

    1. HI Leeann - This recipe should not be frozen.

  6. Can you tell me why I cannot freeze it? I freeze chicken all the time when I food prep. Thanks.

    1. Hi Sherry- we do not recommend freezing this because the cheese and pepperoni do not taste good when reheated from frozen. However, if you give it a try and find that you enjoy it, please let us know so that we can share with our readers.

  7. How long did you leave in for step 7?

    1. Hi Missy - It should be approx 6-8 min depending on the size of the chicken breast. You want to make sure the thickest part of the chicken is 165 degrees to ensure it's fully cooked

  8. What is the net carbs?

    1. Hi Ashley, Unfortunately, we did not calculate the fiber on the recipe. Carbs - fiber = net carbs. However, you can very easily load this into your nutrition tractor to get the count!

  9. How would people recommend I reheat these?
    Thanks.

    1. We typically use the microwave to reheat them. 1 min - 1.5 min should be plenty of time.

  10. Hi I made this and it was yummy! I felt like a lot of my sauce came off when I cooked it, any tips? Also I did use pasta sauce is there a difference between that and pizza sauce?

    1. Hi Julia, the brand of sauce you use will make a difference. You want a thicker sauce. Pizza sauce is normally much thicker than regular pasta sauce, but again it depends on the brand. We are so happy you enjoyed the recipe!

  11. Will be making tonight to bring to work rest of the week. Thanks for sharing such a simple recipe.

    1. You are very welcome, Connie! Please let us know what you think!

  12. This was awesome. However I think it would be better if I had a meat tenderizer and pounded the chicken flat and thin. Will do that next time. The breasts I got were way too big. Will be making again!

  13. Do you get your mozzarella sliced at the store? Doesn’t look like shredded from the pictures. I assume the cheese will still do fine if using shredded? Excited to make this tomorrow!

    1. Hi Ryan. You could shred it yourself or buy it pre-shredded. It shouldn’t make a difference.

  14. I have never heard of pizza seasoning before...and could not find any at the store. Where can I get some?

    1. Hey Tracy - You could make your own if you have the ingredients on hand, or possibly at your local grocery store. Here is the base for a great pizza seasoning:
      1 1/2 tbsp oregano
      1 tbsp dried basil
      1 tsp dried rosemary
      1 1/2 tbsp dried onion flakes
      1/4 tsp dried thyme
      1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
      1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
      1/4 tsp garlic powder

    2. Hi I bought my pizza seasoning today at H.E.B. Not sure if you have that store! It tastes really good...

      1. Woo hoo! It's definitely a seasoning blend that some manufacturers make. We think it's good on a lot of things, including this dish. So glad you found something fun at the grocery store that will help you with your meal prep!

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    LOL! Made this for dinner tonight. My husband enjoyed it so much he couldn't finish a sentence expressing how good it was before going for another bite! Definitely a winner 🙂

    1. That makes us SO HAPPY to hear, Carol! Thanks so much for sharing this with us! Have a wonderful day!

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    Hey!

    I was wondering about the chicken. Bought the stuff for this meal prep but I’m confused on the chicken...
    Am I using 4 small breast equaling 1 lbs?
    1lbs of chicken breast is like 700+ calories...

    1. Hey Michelle. Yes... 1/4 lbs of chicken is 1 serving fr this recipe. If you increase your serving size, the macros will adjust from there

  17. Tasty and easy. Would like more nutrition data. Fiber, sat fat, sugars, sodium, etc

  18. If I am preparing this meal for a week of lunches and I want to include the broccoli in the storage (to reduce decision fatigue and try an increase my likelihood of actually eating the broccoli), do I steam it before I store it? Or do I store it as raw broccoli and steam it before I eat it that day?

    1. Mine was steamed prior to storage. Then I just heated in the microwave. It’s soft, but that’s how I like my broccoli.

  19. Pizza Chicken Meal Prep Recipe | Meal Prep on Fleek (20)
    As a newly diagnosed diabetic who is struggling to change my habits, eat better, and attempt to combine a diabetic lifestyle with an antiflammatory lifestyle at the same time – I appreciate this recipe.

    I don’t like pepperoni, so it was omitted and made the portions smaller.

    Absolutely delicious. Home made pizza seasoning and sprinkled a little on the broccoli too!

    Soooo good!

    I appreciate you, even if I wasn’t your target audience, it works for me! Thank you!

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FAQs

Can I meal prep chicken for 5 days? ›

Chicken is one of the best meats for meal prep because it's inexpensive and lasts for up to four days in the fridge after you've cooked it, so we're here to make sure that when it comes to chicken, your prep is perfect.

Do you cook chicken before putting on pizza? ›

We love making homemade pizza on the weekends because it's easy, cheap, and fun! I save time by using a rotisserie chicken, but any cooked, shredded chicken will work. (Don't put raw chicken on your pizza or it will not have enough time to cook through).

How long can cooked chicken stay in the fridge for meal prep? ›

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) says that cooked chicken can last three to four days in the refrigerator, if stored at 40°F or less. 1 And that goes for any type of cooked chicken—store-bought, homemade, or restaurant leftovers.

How do you keep chicken juicy when meal prepping? ›

How do you cook chicken breasts for meal prep without them getting dry?
  1. Buy high quality, free-range, organic, chicken breasts when possible. ...
  2. Don't overcook the chicken. ...
  3. Use a marinade, brine, or seasoning rub to flavor and tenderize the chicken. ...
  4. Cook it with a sauce.
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Can cooked chicken last 7 days in the fridge? ›

USDA recommends using cooked chicken within three to four days, kept refrigerated (40°F or less). Refrigeration slows but does not stop bacterial growth. USDA recommends using cooked leftovers within three to four days.

Is 4 days too long for raw chicken? ›

Raw chicken lasts in the fridge for 1–2 days, while cooked chicken lasts 3–4 days. To detect if chicken has gone bad, check the “best if used by” date and look for signs of spoilage like changes in smell, texture, and color. Avoid eating spoiled chicken, as it can cause food poisoning — even if you cook it thoroughly.

How to keep chicken moist on pizza? ›

Whichever you use, toss the cooked chicken in a little BBQ sauce right before layering it on top of the pizza; doing so prevents the cooked chicken from drying out. Cheese: For best flavor, let's use TWO cheeses. Shredded mozzarella for that classic pizza flavor and smoked gouda for deep smoky flavor.

Can I put cold chicken on a pizza? ›

I've a bias against putting raw chicken on anything that possibly might not get thoroughly cooked. It has something to do with Salmonella. That said, the high percentage of water released when cooking poultry, as opposed to other meats, might cause your pizza crust to become soggy, or your sauce liquidy.

Do Italians put chicken on their pizzas? ›

Pizza topped with chicken is pretty popular in the US. Meats on pizza are pretty rare in Italy. Definitely, you will never find chicken pizza. On the other hand, cured meats such as prosciutto crudo, speck, prosciutto cotto, salami, mortadella, etc.

Is it okay to meal prep for 5 days? ›

However, it's important to meal prep safely and store the food in a proper way. When it comes to batch food storage, you have a few options. You can store meal prep food in the fridge for up to four days. Or, you can store prepped food in the freezer for a longer period of time.

How do you meal prep chicken without it going bad? ›

Give the chicken about 10 minutes to rest after cooking to lock in those juices, then go ahead and dice or shred. Package your chicken in an airtight container. Place containers in the fridge for use later that week or pop them in the freezer for long-term storage.

How to stop meal prep chicken from going dry? ›

Cover the chicken breast in foil to hold in moisture and let it rest for at least five minutes. The resting time allows the juices to distribute themselves throughout the meat, making it easier to slice later. What you get is perfectly cooked cuts with no dry pieces in sight.

How do you meal prep without food getting soggy? ›

Let meals cool before you store them

You should let hot food cool for 30 minutes with the storage lid off before covering it and putting it in your fridge. Doing so can minimize condensation forming within the container and making your food soggy.

Is it OK to meal prep chicken? ›

Once the chicken has cooled, transfer it to an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Label the container with the date of preparation so you know how long it has been stored in the fridge. Cooked chicken can be safely stored in the fridge for up to four days.

Is it safe to meal prep for 5 days? ›

Generally, most meal prepped foods will remain safe to eat for 3-5 days when stored in the refrigerator at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The lifespan can vary depending on the ingredients and methods of preparation. Here's a brief overview: Cooked Poultry and Meat: Typically, they are good for 3-4 days.

Is it OK to eat chicken 5 days a week? ›

While chicken can be a versatile and convenient protein to cook, if your diet doesn't have a diverse protein profile, you lose out on some key nutrients—including essential fats, such as omega-3s. "Eating chicken every day as your sole protein source could result in some nutrient gaps," says Burgess.

Can I cook raw chicken that has been in the fridge for 5 days? ›

The sell-by date on chicken can be a full week after you buy it. That doesn't mean you should wait that long to cook it. The USDA recommends cooking chicken one or two days after you buy it.

Is it okay to meal prep for 6 days? ›

One important note though: as long as you cook meals properly, food will be perfectly safe to eat within seven days. However, by day five, it might not be as tasty. If there's one number to remember from this cheat sheet, it's four. Most meals are good (safe AND tasty) in the fridge for up to four days.

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