Best 4 Chicago Style Pan Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Chicago-style pan pizza, a deep-dish pizza with a thick, flaky crust, a generous layer of gooey cheese, and a hearty tomato sauce. This iconic pizza, a symbol of Chicago's culinary heritage, is a feast for the senses. Prepared in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet, it boasts a golden-brown crust that shatters upon each bite, revealing a rich and flavorful filling. Experience the exquisite balance of textures and flavors as you savor the crispy crust, melted cheese, tangy sauce, and your choice of toppings. Accompanied by two additional recipes - a classic thin-crust pizza and a stuffed pizza - this article offers a comprehensive guide to creating delicious homemade pizzas that will satisfy every pizza enthusiast.

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CHICAGO-STYLE PAN PIZZA



Chicago-Style Pan Pizza image

I developed a love for Chicago's deep-dish pizzas while attending college in the Windy City. This simple recipe relies on frozen bread dough, so I can indulge in the mouthwatering sensation without leaving home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle over dough. Top with mozzarella cheese., In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until onion is tender. Stir in the tomatoes, oregano, salt, fennel seed and garlic powder. , Spoon over mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350° for 25-35 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 1423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

PIZZA UNO'S DEEP PAN CHICAGO STYLE PIZZA RECIPE IN 1943



Pizza Uno's Deep Pan Chicago Style Pizza Recipe in 1943 image

n 1943, when Ike Sewell opened a restaurant at the corner of Ohio Street and Wabash Avenue in Chicago, Americans ate pizza primarily as a snack. Ike figured that if you combined some of Italy's old, authentic recipes with impressive quantities of the finest meats, fresh cheeses, ripe vegetables and flavorful spices, pizza would become a hearty meal. It was the start of an American tradition - the Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Ike's Original Deep Dish Pizza has been imitated many times, but never quite duplicated.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup warm water ((110 to 115 degrees)
1 (4 ounce) package active dry yeast
3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup coarse-ground cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup oil
5 -6 slices mozzarella cheese
1 lb sausage (removed from the casing and crumbled)
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and coarsely crushed
2 garlic cloves (minced)
3 teaspoons dried oregano (or 5 fresh basil leaves, shredded)
4 tablespoons freshly-grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Crust:.
  • Pour the warm water into a large mixing bowl and dissolve the yeast with a fork.
  • Add 1 cup of flour, all of the cornmeal, salt, and vegetable oil.
  • Mix well with a spoon.
  • Continue stirring in the rest of the flour 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough comes away from the sides of the bowl. Flour your hands and the work surface and kneed the ball of dough until it is no longer sticky.
  • Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl, sealed with plastic wrap, for 45 to 60 minutes in a warm place, until it is doubled in bulk. Punch it down and kneed it briefly.
  • Press it into an oiled 15-inch deep dish pizza pan, until it comes 2 inches up the sides and is even on the bottom of the pan.
  • Let the dough rise 15 to 20 minutes before filling.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees.
  • While the dough is rising, prepare the filling.
  • Cook the crumbled sausage until it is no longer pink, drain it of its excess fat.
  • Drain and chop the tomatoes.
  • When the dough has finished its second rising, lay the cheese over the dough shell. Then distribute the sausage and garlic over the cheese.
  • Top with the tomatoes. Sprinkle on the seasonings and parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 500 degrees. Then lower the temperature to 400 degrees and bake for 25 to 35 minutes longer.
  • Lift up a section of the crust from time to time with a spatula to check on its color. The crust will be golden brown when done.
  • Serve immediately.

CHICAGO STYLE PAN PIZZA



Chicago Style Pan Pizza image

Provided by Jennifer J

Categories     Pizza

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 c freshly grated parmesan cheese for topping
1 lb bulk sausage
4 oz pepperoni
2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
8 oz sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small chopped onion
2 tsp olive oil
28 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
3/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350.
  • 2. Press dough into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9 X 13 baking dish.
  • 3. Mix together drained tomatoes, oregano, salt and garlic powder. Spread over dough.
  • 4. Crumble the sausage into a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • 5. Cook and stir until evenly browned.
  • 6. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and sprinkle over the dough crust.
  • 7. Lay pepperoni on top of sausage.
  • 8. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top.
  • 9. Add the mushrooms and onion to the skillet; cook and stir until the onion is tender.
  • 10. Spoon over the mozzarella cheese.
  • 11. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top.
  • 12. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven or until crust is golden brown.

CHICAGO-STYLE PAN PIZZA



Chicago-Style Pan Pizza image

This is the best Chicago-style pizza that I have ever had. Make sure that you use the Parmesan in hard triangle form. It tastes so much better when you grate it yourself.

Provided by JAIME5025

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fennel seed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Crumble the sausage into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon, and sprinkle over the dough crust. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sausage.
  • Add mushrooms and onion to the skillet; cook and stir until the onion is tender. Stir in the tomatoes, oregano, salt, fennel seed and garlic powder. Spoon over the mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake for 25 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 61.2 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1815.9 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-duty pan with a tight-fitting lid for the best results.
  • Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking the pizza.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan with toppings. Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings and combinations.

Conclusion:

Chicago-style pan pizza is a delicious and unique take on the classic pizza. With its thick, crispy crust and gooey, flavorful toppings, it's a surefire hit with pizza lovers of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned pizza maker or a beginner, this recipe is a great place to start. So fire up your oven and get ready to enjoy a slice of Chicago's finest.

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