Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, grab a 9x13-inch baking dish and give it a light greasing.

3. Step 3

   Now, take your thawed bread dough and gently press it into the bottom and up the sides of the dish, creating a lovely crust that will hold all the deliciousness to come.

4. Step 4

   Next, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and crumble in the Italian sausage.

5. Step 5

   Cook it until it’s beautifully browned, then use a slotted spoon to lift the sausage out and spread it evenly over your dough crust.

6. Step 6

   Now, let’s add some cheesy goodness! Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sausage, making sure every bite will be cheesy.

7. Step 7

   In that same skillet, toss in sliced mushrooms and chopped onion.

8. Step 8

   Sauté them until the onion turns tender, which should take about five minutes.

9. Step 9

   Once they’re ready, stir in the drained diced tomatoes along with oregano, salt, fennel seed, and garlic powder.

10. Step 10

    Mix everything together until it’s well combined, then spoon this flavorful mixture over the mozzarella layer.

11. Step 11

    To finish it off, shower the top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, adding that perfect touch of richness.

12. Step 12

    Now, it’s time to bake! Place your creation in the preheated oven and let it bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the crust turns a beautiful golden brown.

13. Step 13

    The aroma wafting through your kitchen will be irresistible, and soon you’ll have a delightful dish that’s sure to impress! Enjoy every bite of your homemade masterpiece!.