1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare the Dough
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round deep dish pan or cast iron skillet with 1 teaspoon oil.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a large circle, about 2 inches wider than the pan.
2️⃣ Press & Shape the Dough
- Carefully place the dough into the pan, pressing it up the sides to form a thick, sturdy crust.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes while preparing the toppings.
3️⃣ Cook the Meat
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked (about 5 minutes).
- Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Dice the chicken ham into small cubes.
4️⃣ Layer the Cheese & Meat
- Sprinkle 1 ¼ cups of mozzarella cheese evenly over the bottom of the dough.
- Add the cooked ground beef and diced chicken ham.
5️⃣ Add the Pizza Sauce & More Cheese!
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle remaining ¼ cup mozzarella and ½ cup Parmesan cheese on top for extra cheesiness!
6️⃣ Bake to Perfection!
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing—it will help the cheese and sauce set!
🍽️ How to Serve This Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza
✔ Drizzle with Garlic Butter for extra flavor! 🧄🧈
✔ Pair with a Fresh Side Salad for balance! 🥗
✔ Serve with Extra Parmesan & Crushed Red Pepper for spice! 🌶️
🛠️ Storage & Reheating Tips
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 1–2 minutes.
- Freeze: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
💖 Why You’ll LOVE This Recipe!
✔ Thick, Buttery Crust – The perfect balance of crispy & chewy! 🥖
✔ Super Cheesy & Flavorful – Layers of gooey mozzarella & Parmesan! 🧀
✔ Fully Customizable – Use your favorite meats, veggies, or sauces! 🍕
✔ Tastes Just Like Chicago Takeout – But made fresh at home! 🏡
This Homemade Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza is thick, cheesy, and completely irresistible! Try it today and bring the taste of Chicago right to your kitchen! 🍕🏙️🔥
💬 Tried this recipe? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️🍽️