Pizza Pot Pie Recipe

   Pizza pot pie is a delicious dish that combines the flavors of pizza with the comforting qualities of a pot pie. Typically, it features a crust filled with pizza ingredients like cheese, pepperoni, vegetables, and marinara sauce, all baked until golden and bubbly. It’s a hearty, flavorful twist on traditional pizza!

To make pizza pot pie, you start with a pie crust, which can be homemade or store-bought. The filling usually includes a mix of your favorite pizza toppings—like mozzarella, Italian sausage, bell peppers, onions, and olives—combined with marinara sauce. 

Once the filling is prepared, it’s placed inside the pie crust, topped with another layer of crust or a lattice design, and then baked until the crust is crispy and the filling is hot and melty. 

Serving it with a side of marinara for dipping or a fresh salad can balance the richness of the dish. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or as a fun, shareable dish for gatherings!

You can customize pizza pot pie by experimenting with different cheeses, sauces, and toppings to suit your taste. For a twist, consider using barbecue sauce and chicken for a BBQ chicken pot pie, or adding pesto for a fresh flavor. 

To make it even easier, you can use individual ramekins to create personal-sized pot pies. This way, each person can enjoy their own unique combination of toppings. 

Leftovers reheat well, making it a great option for meal prep. Just store any extras in the fridge and enjoy them later. Whether you're a fan of classic pepperoni or more adventurous toppings, pizza pot pie is a fun and satisfying dish that combines the best of both worlds!

Here’s a simple recipe for making pizza pot pie

Ingredients:

For the crust

- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade)

For the filling

- 1 cup marinara sauce

- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

- 1 cup cooked pepperoni (or your choice of toppings like sausage, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, etc.)

- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Optional: ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Crust

Roll out the pie crust and fit one piece into a 9-inch pie pan. Leave some overhang for sealing later.

3. Make the Filling

- In a bowl, combine the marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

4. Assemble the Pot Pie

- Pour the filling into the crust, spreading it evenly. If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.

   

- Cover with the second pie crust. Seal the edges by crimping with a fork or your fingers. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

5. Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

6. Cool and Serve

Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious pizza pot pie!