Stuffed Deep Dish Pizza Pie

Nothing warms my heart quite like a slice of homemade Stuffed Deep Dish Pizza Pie! Imagine layers of gooey cheese, savory meat, and fresh veggies all nestled within a thick, golden crust. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy night in or impressing friends and family.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

For the Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• To taste: Salt & pepper
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup pizza sauce (divided)
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (optional for extra flavor)

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (from above)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• Pepperoni slices
• Sliced jalapeños or mushrooms (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Cook the Filling:

1. In a skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and bell pepper over medium heat until meat is browned and veggies are soft.
2. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and about 1/2 cup pizza sauce.
4. Let it simmer for 3–5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Prepare the Crust: 

1. Grease a deep cake pan or cast iron skillet. Roll out the pizza dough into a large circle and press it into the pan, letting it come up the sides like a pie crust.

Assemble the Pizza Pie:

1. Layer half of the shredded mozzarella on the bottom.
2. Add the beef mixture and gently press it down.
3. Top with cheddar (if using) and the rest of the mozzarella.
4. Spoon the remaining pizza sauce over the top.
5. Finish with pepperoni slices and any other toppings.

Bake:

1. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Cool and Serve:

1. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing — this helps it hold together like a pie.