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Protein Meal
Pizza-Stuffed Chicken
⏱ 30 min
🍞 ≈5g
🍽 Serves 1
Protein MealKid-approvedLow-carb
Per serving: ~5g carbs · ~46g protein · ~1g fiber
⚠️ Estimates only — not medical advice. Carb counts vary by brand and portion. Measure, read labels, and confirm dosing with your care team.
Goes great with
Old Wisconsin Pepperoni Snack Sticks (28 ct)
Zero-carb protein, no fridge needed until opened. Throw in a backpack and forget it.
Check price on Amazon →Ingredients
- 1 large (~6 oz) Chicken breast
- a few pieces Fresh mozzarella (BelGioioso) ≈1g carbs
- ~8 slices Hormel pepperoni minis ≈<1g carbs
- 2 tbsp Marinara ≈4g carbs
- to taste Italian seasoning
Directions
- Cut a pocket in the chicken breast.
- Stuff with mozzarella and pepperoni; season the outside.
- Sear, then bake at 400°F until 165°F internal.
- Spoon warm marinara over the top to serve.
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