Homemade Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza: Indulgent Comfort Food Simplified
Enjoy the rich and hearty flavors of a classic Chicago-style deep dish pizza, made effortlessly at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough and place it in a deep dish pizza pan. Add mozzarella cheese on the bottom.
- Layer the crumbled sausage, crushed tomatoes, and spices over the cheese.
- Top with Parmesan cheese and additional toppings as desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a veggie version, replace sausage with your choice of vegetables.
- Use fresh herbs for more flavor.