SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA

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Slow-Cooker Deep-Dish Pizza image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 1 pizza

Number Of Ingredients 8

Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the slow cooker insert
8 ounces prepared pizza dough (if refrigerated, let it rise in an oiled bowl for 2 hours)
8 ounces sliced (not grated) mozzarella cheese
8 ounces thinly sliced pepperoni, preferably sandwich size
1/2 cup store-bought pizza sauce
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
6 fresh basil leaves, cut into chiffonade
Pinch crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the slow cooker on high for 20 minutes. Spray the insert with nonstick cooking spray.
  • On a clean surface, stretch, roll and form the dough into roughly the same shape as the slow cooker insert. The goal is a nice, thin crust. Place in the cooker and spread out if necessary. Cook on high, UNCOVERED, for 1 hour without toppings.
  • Shingle the mozzarella slices over the dough and up the sides about 1 inch above the crust. Overlap each slice, moving in a clockwise circle until the perimeter is covered. Place 1 more slice to cover the empty spot in the middle, if necessary. Shingle a layer of pepperoni the same way you did the cheese. Follow with a small layer of the pizza sauce. Sprinkle with the Parmesan.
  • Cook on high until the cheesy crust is dark and caramelized and the bottom is firm and brown, another hour. Carefully take out of the slow cooker using a spatula. Garnish with the basil and crushed red pepper.

Koire Emmanuel
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pizza is always a hit with my family.


arsema arse
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I'm not a fan of the slow cooker, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised. The pizza was delicious and the crust was perfectly cooked.


Kamran Chandio
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pizza is delicious and the leftovers are even better.


jevaun thompson
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I've made this pizza several times now and it's always a hit with my family. They love the crispy crust and the flavorful toppings.


Md Raden
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This is a great recipe for a party. I made it for a Super Bowl party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Mujurizi Bless
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time during the week, but this pizza is so easy to make. I just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready when I get home from work.


Sana khan Sana khan
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I'm not a big fan of slow cooker pizza, but this recipe changed my mind. The pizza was surprisingly good. The crust was crispy and the toppings were flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Altanzagas Gantumur
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This is my go-to pizza recipe for busy weeknights. It's so simple to make and the pizza is always delicious. I love that I can customize it with my favorite toppings.


Joan Grace
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This recipe is a keeper! The pizza is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and forget about it until dinnertime.


Rila Rila
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I made this pizza for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Happy Nice To JAHIDUL
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This is the best slow cooker pizza recipe I've tried. The pizza is perfectly cooked and the sauce is flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again!


Maria Guadalupe
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I love this recipe! The pizza is always so cheesy and flavorful. I've used different toppings each time I've made it and it's always delicious. Highly recommend!


Luisa Lidz
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I've made this pizza quite a few times now and it's a real winner. Easy, adaptable to your tastes, and always a hit with family and friends. Top marks.