Best 4 Slow Cooker Deep Dish Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our mouthwatering Slow Cooker Deep Dish Pizza recipes. These culinary creations are a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to satisfy your pizza cravings without heating up your kitchen. From the classic pepperoni and cheese to the veggie-packed and gluten-free options, our collection caters to every taste and dietary preference. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a thick, crispy crust, a rich and flavorful sauce, and an abundance of melted cheese. Prepare to embark on a delightful journey as we guide you through the steps of creating these delectable deep-dish pizzas in the convenience of your slow cooker.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA



Slow-Cooker Deep-Dish Pizza image

Delicious, deep dish-style pizza made in the slow cooker? Yes, it's true! Ideal for any time you'd rather keep your oven off, this clever recipe easily can be tailored to suit your topping tastes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 can (11 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Thin Crust Pizza Crust
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/4 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
  • Unroll pizza dough; fold in half crosswise. Place pizza dough in slow cooker; press in bottom and 1 inch up sides. Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough to within 1/2 inch of edges. Top with half each of the cooked sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese.
  • Place folded, clean dish towel under cover of cooker. This will prevent condensation from dripping down onto pizza. Cover; cook on High heat setting 45 minutes. Carefully remove slow cooker's ceramic insert, leaving cover on, and rotate insert 180°. Continue to cook on High heat setting 30 to 60 minutes or until crust edges are deep golden brown, cheese is melted, and thermometer inserted in center reads 165°F.
  • Loosen edges of pizza with metal spatula or small knife; carefully remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA RECIPE



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Provided by rhodges8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1
can (11 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated thin pizza crust SAVE $
1/3 1/3
cup pizza sauce
1/4 1/4
lb sausage, cooked, crumbled (3/4 cup)
1/2 1/2
cup sliced pepperoni (2 oz)
1 1
cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • ide Images 1 Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Unroll pizza dough; fold in half crosswise. Place pizza dough in slow cooker; press in bottom and 1 inch up sides. 2 Spread pizza sauce evenly over pizza dough. Top with half each of the sausage, pepperoni and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, pepperoni and cheese. 3 Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until crust edges are deep golden brown and cheese is melted. Remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.

SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA



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.

SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA PREP RECIPE



Slow-Cooker Deep-Dish Pizza Prep Recipe image

Provided by rhodges8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 1/2
lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 1
can (11 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated thin pizza crust
1/2 1/2
cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 1 1/2
cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
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Steps:

  • 1 Spray 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain. 2 Unroll pizza dough; fold in half crosswise. Place pizza dough in slow cooker; press in bottom and 1 inch up sides. Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough to within 1/2 inch of edges. Top with half each of the cooked sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese. 3 Place folded, clean dish towel under cover of cooker. This will prevent condensation from dripping down onto pizza. Cover; cook on High heat setting 45 minutes. Carefully remove slow cooker's ceramic insert, leaving cover on, and rotate insert 180°. Continue to cook on High heat setting 30 to 60 minutes or until crust edges are deep golden brown, cheese is melted, and thermometer inserted in center reads 165°F. 4 Loosen edges of pizza with metal spatula or small knife; carefully remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a pre-made pizza crust or refrigerated pizza dough to save time.
  • If you're using a slow cooker liner, spray it with cooking spray to prevent the pizza from sticking.
  • Layer the ingredients in the slow cooker in the following order: pizza crust, sauce, toppings, and cheese.
  • Cook the pizza on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours.
  • Check the pizza after the minimum cooking time to see if it's done. The crust should be golden brown and the cheese should be melted and bubbly.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker deep dish pizza is an easy and delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual get-together. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a pizza that's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give slow cooker deep dish pizza a try.

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