Description
Chicago-style deep dish pizza pot pie blends hearty comfort with culinary creativity, bringing layers of melted cheese, savory meats, and robust marinara into one incredible skillet sensation. Cheese lovers and pizza enthusiasts will savor each satisfying bite of this innovative dish that redefines classic pizza experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Pie Crust recipe
- 1 pint crimini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 4 ounces (113 grams) vegan cheese
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 cup Slow Cooker Basil Marinara
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
Herbs and Garnish:
- 1 small bunch of fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 385°F (195°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for optimal baking.
- On a lightly floured workspace, carefully stretch and shape the pie crust, creating four precisely sized rounds matching the diameter of springform pans or ramekins for perfect top crusts.
- Transform the remaining dough into a flexible square, then meticulously slice into four sections large enough to completely encase the interior of each cooking vessel.
- Thoroughly coat the springform pans or ramekins with a light grease, then gently drape the dough pieces inside, carefully pressing to create a seamless interior lining that covers both bottom and sides.
- Distribute marinara sauce across the dough base, using a smooth motion to create an even, thin layer that will enhance the pizza pot pie’s foundational flavor.
- Construct a hearty mid-layer by arranging sliced mushrooms to fill approximately half the crust’s depth, then artfully scatter kalamata olives, sprinkle vegan cheese, and delicately position fresh basil leaves.
- Delicately place the reserved top crusts over each assembled pot pie, ensuring a tight seal around the edges. Use a sharp knife to create decorative vents or intricate designs that will allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Position the pot pies on a sturdy baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven. Bake for 35 minutes, monitoring the crust’s color and protecting it with foil if it begins to darken too quickly.
- Once golden and bubbling, remove from the oven and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Customize toppings by mixing different plant-based cheeses for unique flavor profiles.
- Use pre-made pie crust to save time and simplify preparation process.
- Allow pot pies to cool for 5-10 minutes after baking to help filling set and prevent burning.
- For gluten-free version, substitute regular pie crust with almond flour or gluten-free pastry dough.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg