Deep-Dish Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza with Layered Cheese

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

A hearty Chicago-style deep-dish pizza featuring a thick crust loaded with spicy sausage, pepperoni, and a rich blend of mozzarella and provolone cheeses. This American-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 110 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, warm water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 cup (110°F) warm water
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 8 oz Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
• 2 cups crushed canned tomatoes
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 cup warm water (110°F) and 1/4 cup olive oil, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. Step 2: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook 8 oz Italian sausage until browned, about 5 minutes. Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 cups crushed canned tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes until sauce thickens.
4. Step 4: Press the dough into a deep 9-inch round pan, pushing it up the sides to create a thick crust.
5. Step 5: Layer 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, followed by 1 cup shredded provolone cheese. Scatter 1 cup pepperoni slices and cooked sausage evenly on top.
6. Step 6: Spoon the thickened tomato sauce over the layered cheese and meats, spreading gently to cover.
7. Step 7: Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the top and bake for 30-35 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
8. Step 8: Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.