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There’s no need to plan a trip to Chicago for classic deep-dish pizza. This DIY deep-dish pizza can be made at home—and even better, it can be made in your slow cooker!
Traditional deep-dish pizza is made with a deep layer of dough cooked in a high-sided pan, which creates a bowl for the ingredients, with a signature sauce layer on top. This Slow-Cooker Deep-Dish Pizza is super hands-off, which makes it the perfect low-maintenance meal for busy weeknights, game day parties, or Friday night gatherings with friends. Just pop the ingredients in, and your slow cooker will take care of the rest!
This recipe uses traditional sausage and pepperoni, but you can sub in your favorite toppings—try veggies for a meatless take; spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist; or keep it simple with plain mozzarella cheese for picky eaters.
Looking for more pizza night ideas? Check out all our Quick & Easy Pizza Recipes.
Just a few classic pizza staples come together to create irresistible deep-dish flavor and texture.
Pillsbury™ Thin Crust Pizza Crust: The secret shortcut to a crisp—yet tender—deep-dish base with no kneading or rising required. We recommend using only the thin-crust version of our pizza dough; a classic crust won’t cook all the way through in this recipe.
Pizza Sauce: Brings that rich, tangy tomato flavor that ties it all together. You could use BBQ sauce instead if you’re going for more of a BBQ chicken vibe!
Mozzarella Cheese: Melts into gooey, stretchy perfection for the ultimate pizza bite.
Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Add your favorite pizza toppings for a delicious finishing touch. We love classic sausage and pepperoni, which give this deep-dish pie plenty of hearty, savory, spicy flavor.
This easy deep-dish pizza practically makes itself. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need to do. Keep reading for the full recipe instructions!
Spray a 3 1/2- to 4-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent the pizza from sticking. Unroll the pizza dough, and fold it in half crosswise. Then, press it into the bottom of the slow cooker and about 1 inch up the sides.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, along with half the sausage, pepperoni, and cheese, making sure to leave about 1/2 inch of space around the edges to create a “crust.” Repeat with another layer of toppings and cheese. Layering the toppings will weigh down the center of the dough and allow the edges to rise—but stick to just 2 layers. Otherwise, the crust won’t cook all the way through.
Cover and cook on Low for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until the crust edges are deep golden brown and the cheese is perfectly melted. As we were testing this recipe, we found that the pizza needs to cook at least 2 hours for the dough to be fully cooked—and the browning happens in the last 10 minutes. If the dough still looks light, keep cooking a little longer.
Carefully use a spatula to lift the pizza out of the slow cooker, and transfer it to a cutting board. Cut into slices and enjoy!
Leftover deep-dish pizza makes a great lunch the next day. Here’s how to keep it fresh.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
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 into bottom and 1 inch up on all sides.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over pizza dough, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges. Top with half each of the sausage, pepperoni, and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, pepperoni, and cheese.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until crust edges are deep golden brown and cheese is melted.
Remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.
A 3 1/2- to 4-quart round slow cooker can be used instead of the oval. Fold pizza dough in half crosswise; press into bottom and 2 inches up on all sides.
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 22g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 38% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 920mg | 38% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 19g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
