By eatmundo · July 3, 2026
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A hearty and iconic pizza with a tall, buttery crust, piled high with savory ingredients. Featuring a rich tomato sauce, generous layers of mozzarella, and often crumbled Italian sausage, it's a true feast from the Windy City.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Classic Chicago Deep Dish Pizza from another cuisine is Trabzon Pidesi (Türkiye): the two share 50% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1
In a large bowl, dissolve 1 tsp sugar and 7 g active dry yeast in 260 ml warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add 440 g all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 60 g melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Lightly grease a bowl, place the dough in it, turning once to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1½ hours, or until doubled in size. While the dough rises, brown 250 g Italian sausage in a frying pan over medium heat for 8 minutes until cooked through, crumble it and drain off the fat. In a saucepan, simmer 800 g crushed tomatoes with 1 tsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 g salt and 2 g pepper for 15 minutes, stirring often, until thickened; let cool.
- 4
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Press the risen dough into a 12-inch cast iron skillet or deep-dish pizza pan oiled with 1 tbsp olive oil, extending up the sides to form a high crust.
- 5
Layer 450 g sliced low-moisture mozzarella cheese directly onto the dough. Top with the cooked, crumbled sausage, then spread the thickened tomato sauce evenly over the top.
- 6
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling at the edges. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago deep dish pizza?
Chicago deep dish pizza is a pizza variety from Chicago, Illinois, characterized by a thick, buttery crust and deep-dish construction. It is composed of layers of sausage, cheese, and tomato sauce, and is typically served as a primary meal.
How do I achieve the distinct flaky, buttery crust typical of Chicago deep dish pizza?
Work melted butter and olive oil into the dough, as this recipe does; the fat makes the crust rich and tender, and baking in a well-oiled cast iron pan crisps the base and sides.
What's the best way to layer the cheese and sauce to prevent a soggy crust in Chicago deep dish?
Layer sliced low-moisture mozzarella directly onto the raw dough first, forming a protective barrier, before adding the sauce, sausage, and other toppings.
How should the sausage be prepared and layered for an authentic Chicago deep dish experience?
Brown Italian sausage in a pan until cooked through, crumble it, drain off the fat and spread it evenly over the cheese layer before adding the sauce.
What are the optimal baking temperature and duration for a Classic Chicago Deep Dish Pizza?
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 30-40 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling at the edges.
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