Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breasts

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus additional for sprinkling
• 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3/4 cup cooked tomato sauce

1. In a bowl, stir together 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the pepperoni.
2. Place each chicken breast, smooth-side-up, on a work surface.
3. Place the palm of one hand on top of one breast, then insert a pairing knife to make a length-wise pocket in each breast.
4. Divide the mozzarella filling between the breasts, stuffing them full.
5. Rub the chicken with the oil, then season all over with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
6. Divide the tomato sauce over the tops of the breasts, spreading evenly, then sprinkle with additional mozzarella.
7. Preheat the oven to 425F.
8. Place the chicken breasts on an oiled baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
9. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/pizza-stuffed-chicken-breasts (may not work)