Description
Enjoy the flavors of the famous Chicago Oven Grinder in these easy, cheesy pizza pot pies you can make at home! With a flaky crust and a rich, tomato-based filling, these pot pies are the perfect comforting meal.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 3/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
– 1/4 cup ice water
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
– Make the crust: In a food processor, pulse the flour and salt. Add the chilled butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add the ice water and pulse until the dough just begins to come together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
– Make the filling: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled, 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
– Preheat the oven to 400°F.
– On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle, about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the dough into 6 equal circles using a 4-inch round cutter.
– Spoon the filling into the center of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border. Top with the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
– Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges to seal. Place the pot pies on a baking sheet.
– Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a heartier meal, serve the pizza pot pies with a fresh green salad. You can also make these pot pies ahead of time and freeze them, then bake straight from the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian