Easy Deep Dish Pizza Pie

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this **Easy Deep Dish Pizza Pie**, a foolproof recipe that brings the taste of classic Chicago-style pizza to your own kitchen! This hearty dish features a thick, buttery crust that’s perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, crowned with layers of gooey mozzarella, zesty tomato sauce infused with Italian seasoning, and your favorite toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives. With just 20 minutes of prep and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can master this crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this homemade deep dish pizza delivers cheesy, savory perfection in every bite. Whether you're a pizza lover or simply seeking a new twist on comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Pepperoni slices
• 1 medium Green bell pepper (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Sliced black olives

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Slowly add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 6

Grease a 9-inch round deep dish pizza pan or a cast-iron skillet with olive oil.

Step 7

Punch the dough down and roll it out into a large circle, then press it into the prepared pan, letting the edges rise slightly to form a crust.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1.5 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the bottom of the crust.

Step 9

In a bowl, mix the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Spread the tomato mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 10

Top the tomato sauce with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, pepperoni slices, green bell pepper slices, and black olives.

Step 11

Bake the pizza pie in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2246.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4234.8

Total Fat 241.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 539.6mg	0%
Sodium 10147.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 193.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3158.0mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 3123.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 29.7%