Classic Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza Recipe
A classic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, rich with layers of cheese, sausage, and a hearty tomato sauce.
Equipment
- Deep-dish pizza pan
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing bowls
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup water warm
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¼ cup olive oil
For the filling:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound Italian sausage cooked and crumbled
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Prepare the crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.1 tsp sugar, 1 cup water, 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- Add flour, cornmeal, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 cup olive oil
Preheat the oven:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare the filling:
- In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage until browned. Remove and drain excess fat.1 pound Italian sausage
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced bell pepper and onion until softened.1 green bell pepper
Assemble the pizza:
- Roll out the dough to fit the deep-dish pan. Press the dough into the pan and up the sides.
- Layer the bottom with shredded mozzarella cheese.2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Add the cooked sausage, bell pepper, and onion.1 pound Italian sausage, 1 onion, 1 green bell pepper
- Pour the crushed tomatoes over the filling. Sprinkle with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.2 cups crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, Salt and pepper to taste
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese.1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Bake:
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Let the pizza cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Customize the filling with your favorite toppings like mushrooms, olives, or pepperoni.
Letting the pizza cool slightly before slicing helps maintain its structure.
Letting the pizza cool slightly before slicing helps maintain its structure.
Nutrition
Calories: 915kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 36gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 1666mgPotassium: 785mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 682IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 363mgIron: 6mg
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