Ridiculously Easy Chicago Style Pizza Pie

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Ridiculously Easy Chicago Style Pizza Pie, a deep-dish delight that brings the taste of Chicago right to your kitchen! Featuring a buttery, cornmeal-infused crust that's both tender and sturdy, this pizza pie is layered to perfection with melty mozzarella, savory Italian sausage, crispy pepperoni, and a rich crushed tomato topping seasoned with oregano, basil, and garlic powder. Topped with a golden, bubbly layer of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time, making it approachable for weeknight dinners. Bake it to perfection in a cast-iron skillet or deep-dish pan, and savor every cheesy, sauce-filled bite. Perfect for pizza night, this homemade deep-dish pizza will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 0.5 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 28-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a cohesive dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Roll out the dough into a circle large enough to cover the bottom and sides of the pan. Press the dough into the pan, making sure it reaches up the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the bottom of the dough.

Step 8

Add the cooked Italian sausage and sliced pepperoni on top of the cheese for the next layer.

Step 9

Spread the canned crushed tomatoes evenly over the meat layer. Sprinkle the oregano, basil, and garlic powder over the tomatoes.

Step 10

Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Slice into wedges and enjoy a warm, cheesy slice of Chicago-style pizza pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2202.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4720.1

Total Fat 276.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 587.9mg	0%
Sodium 10466.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 352.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 205.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3216.9mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 4112.8mg	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: 52.7%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 29.9%