1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare the Dough
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Grease a 9-inch round deep dish pan or cast iron skillet with 1 teaspoon oil.
Roll out the pizza dough into a large circle, about 2 inches wider than the pan.
2️⃣ Press & Shape the Dough
Carefully place the dough into the pan, pressing it up the sides to form a thick, sturdy crust.
Let the dough rest for 5 minutes while preparing the toppings.
3️⃣ Cook the Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked (about 5 minutes).
Drain excess grease and set aside.
Dice the chicken ham into small cubes.
4️⃣ Layer the Cheese & Meat
Sprinkle 1 ¼ cups of mozzarella cheese evenly over the bottom of the dough.
Add the cooked ground beef and diced chicken ham.
5️⃣ Add the Pizza Sauce & More Cheese!
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle remaining ¼ cup mozzarella and ½ cup Parmesan cheese on top for extra cheesiness!
6️⃣ Bake to Perfection!
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing—it will help the cheese and sauce set!
🍽️ How to Serve This Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza
✔ Drizzle with Garlic Butter for extra flavor! 🧄🧈
✔ Pair with a Fresh Side Salad for balance! 🥗
✔ Serve with Extra Parmesan & Crushed Red Pepper for spice! 🌶️
🛠️ Storage & Reheating Tips
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 1–2 minutes.
Freeze: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
💖 Why You’ll LOVE This Recipe!
✔ Thick, Buttery Crust – The perfect balance of crispy & chewy! 🥖
✔ Super Cheesy & Flavorful – Layers of gooey mozzarella & Parmesan! 🧀
✔ Fully Customizable – Use your favorite meats, veggies, or sauces! 🍕
✔ Tastes Just Like Chicago Takeout – But made fresh at home! 🏡
This Homemade Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza is thick, cheesy, and completely irresistible! Try it today and bring the taste of Chicago right to your kitchen! 🍕🏙️🔥
💬 Tried this recipe? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️🍽️
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