Pizza Uno's Deep Pan Chicago Style Pizza Recipe in 1943

Transport your taste buds back to 1943 with this authentic recipe for *Pizza Uno's Deep Pan Chicago-Style Pizza*, a culinary icon born in the Windy City. This rich and hearty dish features a buttery, cornmeal-infused crust that’s perfectly crisp on the outside and tender inside, forming the signature deep-dish base. Filled with layers of gooey mozzarella, optional savory toppings like Italian sausage or pepperoni, and a robust San Marzano tomato sauce spiced with garlic, oregano, and basil, this pizza is baked to golden perfection in a cast-iron skillet or deep-dish pan. Whether you’re reliving history or hunting for the ultimate comfort food, this recipe promises an irresistible slice of Chicago tradition that's perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:130 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 28 ounces Crushed San Marzano tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 pound Italian sausage (cooked, optional)
• 1 medium Bell peppers (sliced, optional)
• 20 slices Sliced pepperoni (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, activate the yeast by mixing it into the warm water and letting it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Add the yeast mixture and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms, then knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 7–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 3

Lightly coat a large bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough rises, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 12-inch deep-dish pizza pan or cast-iron skillet with remaining olive oil.

Step 7

Punch the risen dough down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll the dough out into a circle about 14 inches in diameter. Carefully press the dough into the prepared pan, ensuring it reaches up the sides to form a crust.

Step 8

Layer the mozzarella cheese evenly across the bottom of the crust, followed by optional toppings like cooked sausage, bell peppers, or pepperoni. Spread the prepared tomato sauce over the toppings using a spoon.

Step 9

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your authentic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3637.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9514.4

Total Fat 621.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 268.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1375.2mg	0%
Sodium 22312.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 588.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 51.5g
Protein 382.0g	0%

Vitamin D 96.0IU	0%
Calcium 5057.2mg	0%
Iron 49.7mg	0%
Potassium 5195.4mg	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: 59.0%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 24.8%