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Pizza Pot Pies

Pizza Pot Pies (Chicago Oven Grinder Copycat)


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  • Author: Caroline Miller
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Indulge in a delicious homemade twist on the classic Chicago Oven Grinder pizza pot pies, with a flaky crust, melted cheese, and a savory filling that’s ready in just 30 minutes.


Ingredients

– 2 cups all-purpose flour

– 1 teaspoon salt

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

– 1/4 cup ice water

– 1 pound ground Italian sausage

– 1 onion, diced

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

– 1 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese


Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the chilled butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and pulse just until the dough starts to come together.

2. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gather it into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, onion, and garlic until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

4. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

6. Roll the dough out to 1/4-inch thickness and use a 4-inch round cookie cutter to cut out 8 circles.

7. Divide the sausage mixture evenly among the dough circles. Top each with a tablespoon of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

8. Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

9. Place the pot pies on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

These pizza pot pies can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Italian